Ms. Rachel and Olivia Munn: The ‘Violent’ Threats and Drama, Explained - National
- Olivia Munn sparked controversy after a June 8 People interview where she said she does not let her kids watch Ms. Rachel or other children’s shows she dislikes.
- Her comments were misinterpreted online as indifference to children suffering in Gaza, fueling backlash and violent threats toward Munn and her family.
- Ms. Rachel responded on June 9 by denying any personal attack, redirecting attention to the Gaza humanitarian crisis, and urging kindness toward Munn.
- In response to escalating violent threats, People magazine took down the article on June 11, emphasizing in a statement that such attacks are completely unacceptable and that the safety of all involved remains their highest priority.
- The incident illustrates how innocent remarks can be distorted online, leading to harassment despite both parties remaining on good terms and advocating for peace.
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John Mulaney Defends Olivia Munn After Ms. Rachel Backlash - American Faith
Comedian John Mulaney is speaking out after his wife, actress Olivia Munn, received death threats and political attacks for criticizing popular children’s YouTuber Ms. Rachel. The backlash stemmed from Munn’s remarks in a now-deleted People magazine interview where she said certain kids’ shows, including Ms. Rachel’s, were “driving [her] crazy.” Mulaney condemned those conflating Munn’s personal parenting opinions with political stances, particu…
The Backlash Olivia Munn Is Receiving For Her Ms. Rachel Comments Is Seriously Out Of Hand, And It Looks Like Ms. Rachel Herself Agrees
Olivia not allowing her kids to watch Ms. Rachel was wildly misinterpreted to be reflective of her stance on Palestine, but she was actually just commenting on kids’ TV as a whole.View Entire Post ›
A Rare Move for People : Magazine Erases Story
In a move that the magazine itself described as "unusual," People has removed an online article about Olivia Munn. The actor is the subject of the magazine's latest cover story , and in addition to that extensive piece, the magazine had posted a few sidebar stories from its interview with Munn....
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