28-05-2025
Viral Internet Sensation Is Emotional While Sharing 'Controversial' Message: 'Be So Ashamed'
Rachel Griffin-Accurso, affectionately known as the YouTube star behind the "Songs for Littles" series who goes by Ms. Rachel online, has recently found herself in the midst of a heated debate across social media.
Known for her cheerful demeanor, educational content, and appeal to toddlers and young kids, her recent humanitarian efforts have sparked both praise and criticism as of late.
After previously voicing her support for children in conflict zones—including Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, and the Democratic Republic of Congo—the mom of two took to her account of over three million Instagram followers with a heartfelt upload on Tuesday, May 27. In the post, the viral internet sensation conveyed an emotional message aimed directly at "Leaders."
"Be so ashamed of your silence. Be so ashamed that you've seen the images and videos we've seen & they haven't moved you to do the right thing. Be so ashamed that you normally speak out for children & human rights, but won't now because they are Palestinian. Be so ashamed that you don't see children like my friend Rahaf like you see other children. Be so ashamed for your anti-Palestinian racism," it read.
The impassioned upload continued: "Be so ashamed that your constituents are begging and pleading for you to speak out and you stay silent. Be so ashamed that you put money & power & your career before the lives of precious children of God. Be so ashamed that our religions tell us to give to the poor, feed the hungry & open our arms to all children & you pretend that they mean only for some children."
In closing, the 42-year-old called out "Celebrities as well," writing, "If everyone says something it won't be controversial anymore. It's never been wrong to say starving and bombing kids is wrong," before captioning the post, "Please God give everyone the strength to say something. #gaza."
While some have called for boycotts of her content, many parents and supporters have rallied behind her, praising her for using her platform to promote empathy and humanitarian values.
"Thank you for using your voice to stand up for children everywhere—with clear eyes and a full heart. More of this kind of leadership, please," wrote one commenter under the post, while another agreed, "You're not only kind but consistent in kindness! We all got to learn from it. People of influence must speak up."
On the other hand, one opposing account suggested that the YouTuber "Must be getting paid" for posting this stance on the matter, as another said, "So let me get this straight…you know more than all the leaders that you're addressing?! 😂 stay in your lane ie kid videos on YouTube. You're outa your league at the moment…"
No matter the backlash, though, Griffin-Accurso has maintained that she doesn't intend to stop speaking up regarding her social advocacy views any time soon, despite scrutiny or the public's polarizing reactions.
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Viral Internet Sensation Is Emotional While Sharing 'Controversial' Message: 'Be So Ashamed' first appeared on Parade on May 27, 2025
