The 2018 Golden Globes was a platform for the #MeToo movement and Time’s Up Initiative in support of sexual assault victims, and celebrity attendees wore black to make a statement in favor of the movement to show unity between women in film, television and theater with victims. Blanca Blanco, a Latin actress, decided to make her own statement by showing up in a red hot dress, leaving people to wonder if she was not in support of the movement.
Actress #blancablanco didn’t wear black to the #GoldenGlobes a purposeful black fashion statement to raise awareness about sexual harassment and gender inequality. All eyes are on actress Blanca Blanco, who walked the red carpet in a red cut-out dress. pic.twitter.com/WoWDbVIz4e
— The Times Magazine (@thetimesmagazin) January 8, 2018
Blanca took to Twitter saying “Red is passionate” to defend her choice, and she received a lot of backlash. Many accused her of disrespecting sexual assault victims and seeking personal publicity.
You did it for attention, congrats it worked. Instead of showing unity for all women, you chose to walk alone.
— tanya poole (@tanyakpoole) January 8, 2018
It was about BEING TOGETHER. SHOWING SUPPORT. SHOWING SOLIDARITY. It was not the time or place for that kind of passion. You didn’t need to stand out, it was about something greater than you.
— Jessica (@jessicaladeeda) January 8, 2018
The #MeToo movement is passionate. Not wearing black sends the message that you are okay with inequality. We are all women we need to stick together and demand what we deserve. We all deserve a safe and just place to work. A place where we get paid equal pay for equal work…
— Destiny Phillips (@DestinyPhillip5) January 9, 2018
Blanca also defended her red carpet look in an interview with FOX News. “Wearing red does not mean I am against the movement. I applaud and stand by the courageous actresses that continue to break the cycle of abuse through their actions and fashion style choices,” she said. “It is one of many factors leading women to a safer place because of their status. I am excited about the #TimesUp movement; true change is long overdue.”
While we’ll leave this debate to Twitter, at least Blanca vaguely gained more publicity for the #MeToo movement and Time’s Up Initiative, which is most important. You can learn more about the Time’s Up Initiative here.