Olivia Munn Addresses Ms. Rachel Backlash
Olivia Munn has addressed the uproar over her comments about Ms. Rachel.
If you missed it, Olivia sparked a divide over the weekend after revealing that she doesn't let her and John Mulaney's kids — 3-year-old Malcolm and 8-month-old Méi — watch Ms. Rachel's YouTube videos.
Olivia told People, 'I know kids love [Ms. Rachel], but the thing is, if I can't watch it, I'm not going to spend the rest of my life going crazy. These kid shows drive me crazy.'
Olivia's comments quickly went super viral, with several internet users fiercely disagreeing with her take and suggesting that it was an example of 'self-centered parenting.'
Earlier this week, Ms. Rachel took to Instagram to address all the media attention around Olivia's comments, questioning why her political advocacy hadn't been as widely recognized.
Sharing a screenshot of multiple headlines about Olivia's comments, Ms. Rachel wrote on Instagram, 'WHO CARES?! I'd rather you cover me advocating for kids in Gaza who are literally starving, largest cohort of child amputees in modern history, thousands & thousands killed - no medical care, no education, no homes… do better!!!'
And now, Olivia has issued a message of her own. Taking to her Instagram story, she wrote, 'To Ms. Rachel and her fans, I hear and respect the passion behind your support. I never anticipated the media would single out one small thing I said and distort it like they have.'
Olivia continued, 'My comments were never meant to diminish the joy, comfort, and impact she brings to so many families. Every parent understands the importance of finding meaningful programming that helps us connect with our kids.'
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