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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Isobel Lewis

Boy George faces backlash for reaction Chappell Roan paparazzi video

  • Pop star Chappell Roan filmed herself being mobbed by fans and paparazzi in Paris, expressing that she felt “disregarded as a human” and that her boundaries were ignored.
  • Culture Club singer Boy George criticised Roan's reaction on X, advising her to own her fame and “cheer up”, suggesting that “boundaries are boring”.
  • Boy George's comments drew significant backlash online, with social media users arguing that Roan has every right to assert her boundaries and privacy.
  • Commenters highlighted the difference in fame experiences between Boy George's era and the current social media and tabloid culture.
  • Roan has previously spoken out against harassment since her rise to international fame, stating she will not accept it outside of work-related events.

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Boy George criticised for telling Chappell Roan to ‘own your fame’ and ‘cheer up’ after paparazzi incident

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