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Blockout 2024: TikTok’s Movement Against Celebrity Indifference

Analyzing the Drivers and Outcomes of Public Engagement

May 13, 2024
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Courtesy of TikTok , @haleyybaylee / Courtesy of Instagram, @anticapitalistengineer

The Blockout 2024 Movement has surged online, driven by widespread discontent among social media users reacting to the extravagant showcase seen at the 2024 Met Gala. Referred to as “The Hunger Games” by some observers, the Gala faced  scrutiny as celebrities flaunted their lavish attire while pro-Palestinian protesters rallied outside. TikTok, became the focal point for this movement, with users leveraging hashtags like #letthemeatcake, #celebrityblocklist, and #blockout to publicly call out high-profile figures for their perceived silence on pressing humanitarian issues.

 

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One of the pivotal moments triggering this movement was the controversial TikTok video posted by model and influencer Haley Kalil, in which she lip-synced the infamous line “Let them eat cake” from the film “Marie Antoinette” while near the venue of the Met Gala. This imagery, fueled outrage online. Despite Kalil’s subsequent apology and explanation, it didn’t calm the commotion; instead, it fueled further demands for celebrities to be held accountable.

 

@ladyfromtheoutside #greenscreen #greenscreenvideo #digitine #digitalguillotine #haleyybaylee ♬ original sound – Meagan

Central to the Blockout 2024 Movement is the concept of a “digital guillotine,” urging users to metaphorically sever ties with celebrities who fail to utilize their platforms for social good. TikTok users compiled extensive blocklists, encompassing names of celebrities and influencers perceived as indifferent to humanitarian crises. This digital activism gained momentum post-Met Gala, with users sharing their blocklists across various social media platforms, urging others to join the movement.

However, the efficacy of such blocklists remains a subject of debate within the movement. Critics question whether targeting celebrities, particularly those attending the Met Gala, truly fosters meaningful change or merely serves as performative activism. Some argue that the focus should shift towards amplifying voices directly affected by humanitarian crises, rather than fixating on celebrity endorsements or lack thereof. Despite internal divisions, the movement has sparked conversations and raised awareness, prompting some celebrities to address the issues publicly.

 

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In the midst of discussions surrounding the Blockout 2024 Movement, there’s a relevant question: what significance do celebrities’ opinions on geopolitical events hold? After all, celebrity status doesn’t inherently equate to expertise on global issues. This skepticism prompts a reevaluation of the influence wielded by celebrities in shaping public discourse and questions the societal tendency to amplify their voices without critical examination. Thus, the Blockout 2024 Movement represents not only a demand for accountability but also a broader examination of the role of celebrity influence in contemporary activism and discourse.

As the movement unfolds, its impact on celebrities remains uncertain. While claims of significant follower losses circulate, tangible repercussions are yet to materialize. The true measure of the movement’s effectiveness lies not only in numerical metrics but in its ability to foster sustained dialogue, provoke introspection within influential circles, and ultimately drive tangible progress towards addressing pressing global challenges.

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  1. PaoloMossi says:
    1 year ago

    block them all! and block vogue and that old witch anna wintour !

  2. JackieNYC says:
    1 year ago

    my block list

    kim kardashian
    kourtney kardashian
    kylie jenner
    kendall jenner
    haleyy bailey
    jlo
    vogue – every country there is 29 to clobk
    harper’s bazaar
    thom browne
    his husband
    the billion dollar met museum….

    i am sitll blocking !

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