Towson, MD—A recent Vanity Fair interview featuring comedian and former reality TV star Hannah Berner and Grammy Award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion has sparked controversy.
The interviewer’s remarks, which some viewers have labelled insensitive, have been criticised.
During the interview, Berner made many statements about Megan’s music that many found problematic.
One comment: “When I want to fight someone, I play your music.” This remark, along with another statement where she said, “When people are talking sh, I turn on Megan Thee Stallion,”** has been met with backlash, particularly from Black women who feel the comments reflect more profound issues of racial microaggressions in the entertainment industry.
Critics argue that the interview exhibited clear signs of microaggression, with some going as far as calling the exchange outright racist. Megan Thee Stallion, however, did not appear to react to the remarks during the interview.
Some viewers expressed disappointment that the rapper did not immediately address the tone of Berner’s statements.
The controversy also touches on broader issues of how Black women, especially in the music industry, are often subjected to disrespect and insensitivity.
Many have pointed out that Megan Thee Stallion has been vocal about surviving gun violence, making Berner’s remarks particularly unsettling in this context.
Following the backlash, many are calling for Berner to issue a formal apology to Megan Thee Stallion.
As of now, Berner has not publicly addressed the criticism, but the incident has added to a growing discussion about the treatment of Black women in predominantly white media spaces.
Ongoing Reactions
The controversy has sparked debate on social media, with many users criticizing the interview and demanding accountability. As the discussion continues, fans and commentators alike are waiting to see if Berner will respond to the criticism and acknowledge the impact of her words.
