6ix9ine Criticized for Mocking Demi Lovato’s Addiction Struggles
Controversy has erupted surrounding rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine after he made insensitive remarks about singer Demi Lovato’s struggles with addiction. Lovato, who has been transparent about her battle with substance abuse, suffered a near-fatal overdose in 2018 involving heroin laced with fentanyl. Since then, she has worked hard to maintain her sobriety.
6ix9ine’s Distasteful Comments
During a recent podcast appearance, 6ix9ine referenced the TV show iCarly and made the remark, “Remember iCarly? She does drugs now.” Even as the podcast host attempted to clarify Lovato’s current state, insisting she is sober, 6ix9ine insisted, “She’s gonna relapse, let’s send her a gift,” suggesting he would deliver drugs to Lovato.
Public Backlash
The online community swiftly condemned 6ix9ine for his careless comments. Many fans expressed their outrage on social media platforms, labeling his remarks as inappropriate and damaging.
- Fans have criticized his lack of sensitivity toward Lovato’s recovery journey.
- Social media users called for 6ix9ine to demonstrate humility.
- A TikTok user highlighted the seriousness of recovery, emphasizing it should never be joked about.
- Many described his comments as “disgusting” and insensitive.
6ix9ine’s Ongoing Legal Issues
In addition to facing backlash for his comments, 6ix9ine is also dealing with legal troubles. He is at risk of serving time in prison due to a violation of his probation linked to a 2019 RICO case. His attorney, Lance Lazzaro, is advocating for house arrest instead of time behind bars, arguing that additional prison time would be “much more severe, difficult, and even dangerous” for the rapper.
As the situation unfolds, many are closely watching how 6ix9ine will handle the dual pressures of public scrutiny and legal consequences. For now, the criticism for his remarks about Demi Lovato’s addiction struggles serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by those in recovery.
