Zac Efron has apologised for paying tribute to Martin Luther King on Martin Luther King Day in a tweet that also celebrated his 10 million strong Instagram following.
People across the world marked the leader of the US civil rights movement's legacy on social media. But Efron was accused of disrespecting Dr King by referring back to his personal achievements in his own tribute to him.
“I’m grateful for a couple things today: Martin Luther King Jr & 10 million followers on IG #MLKDay,” he wrote.
His followers were not impressed and advised him that perhaps news of his huge Instagram following should have been saved for another tweet, and on another day.
The We Are Your Friends actor has now deleted the “completely insensitive“ post and apologised for any offence caused.
“I have nothing but the greatest admiration and respect for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I realise that last night’s post was completely insensitive and I apologise to anyone who I may have offended. So sorry. Z.”
