Whoopi Goldberg Says Janet Jackson Deserves ‘Grace’ Amid Backlash for Kamala Harris Remarks; Ana Navarro Says Singer ‘Spread Misinformation’ and Was ‘Irresponsible’

As a seasoned critic with a rich tapestry of experiences and a penchant for dissecting the intricacies of public discourse, I find myself at a crossroads when it comes to this latest celebrity kerfuffle involving Janet Jackson and Kamala Harris. On one hand, I wholeheartedly agree with Ana Navarro’s stance on the importance of truth and responsibility in public statements, especially when they are made on platforms as vast as Jackson’s. Misinformation can have far-reaching and harmful consequences, and it is crucial that we all strive to be more mindful of the impact our words may have.


Ana Navarro, during an appearance on “The View,” stated that Janet Jackson seemingly disseminated incorrect information when she claimed in an interview with The Guardian that Kamala Harris had been told she’s not Black. Jackson faced significant criticism due to this unfounded statement.

Navarro commented, ‘It’s clear that just like any other American, whether they’re famous or not, Janet Jackson has the freedom to support or reject anyone she chooses.’ He continued, ‘If she doesn’t care for Kamala Harris, that’s her prerogative. However, what she did was disseminate false information, which I believe is highly reckless, especially when someone as influential as Janet Jackson uses their platform so casually to propagate misinformation, based on a racist claim made by Donald Trump.’

Whoopi Goldberg took a more lenient approach towards Jackson, urging viewers to extend kindness rather than criticize the singer harshly. As a multiple award-winning EGOT recipient, she acknowledged that she has disseminated inaccurate information in past instances and found it frustrating when celebrities are expected to provide immediate commentary on contemporary issues.

Occasionally, people err and they’re in the wrong. They commit a blunder, they’re at fault. It’s just part of life, Goldberg noted. “Anyone who claims it never happens to everyone, regardless of racial background, we all make mistakes. So let’s show some understanding towards her. Let’s show some understanding towards her.

During her conversation with The Guardian, Jackson commented on the approaching election and shared this perspective about Harris: “Apparently, they claim she’s not African-American. I’ve heard it said that she’s of Indian descent.

When told that Harris identifies as both Black and Indian, Jackson disagreed, stating emphatically that the candidate’s biological father is not of either race.

She mentioned that she had been informed her father is white, as she hasn’t caught up on the news for several days.

Jackson hasn’t provided a subsequent explanation regarding the disputed comments as of now. While an apology did surface a few days post the interview’s release, EbMaster clarified that it wasn’t officially endorsed by Jackson or any member of her team.

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2024-09-23 21:18