How to Handle Backlash as a Social Media Influencer: Lessons from Hayley Kalil’s Met Gala Video

nfluencer Haley Kalil Faces Backlash Over Met Gala TikTok Video Sound Choice

Haley Kalil, a prominent social media influencer, encountered swift backlash over her TikTok video showcasing her 2024 Met Gala outfit. The video, which featured Kalil’s elaborate Marc Bower gown and headdress, was soundtracked to the viral audio from Sofia Coppola’s “Marie Antoinette,” where the infamous quote “Let them eat cake!” is proclaimed.

Historically, this quote symbolizes the disconnect between the aristocracy and the common people. The Met Gala, an exclusive event attended by the elite of society, juxtaposed with this symbolic sound, sparked criticism from viewers. They saw Kalil’s choice as tone-deaf, given the event’s context of extreme wealth and exclusivity.

Comments on the video ranged from critiques like “Girl, read the room” to observations on the incongruity of the audio choice. Some viewers likened the scene to the dystopian “Hunger Games,” drawing parallels between Kalil’s opulent attire and the character Effie Trinket, known for her elite status in the fictional universe.

One viewer highlighted the irony with, “May the odds be forever in your favour,” while another commented on the socio-economic disparity, noting, “Watching this from District 12. Y’all are the capital, you get that right? One in five kids will go hungry this summer.”

Although Kalil may have intended the “Marie Antoinette” sound as a nod to her gown’s style inspiration, the overall reception was negative, with many deeming it insensitive and out of touch.

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