Designer Turns Down Collaboration with Rosalía, Citing Her Silence on Palestine Issue
Singer Rosalía has addressed the controversy surrounding her lack of public support for Palestine, condemning the violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza while rejecting the shaming directed at individuals like herself.
In a statement released on social media, Rosalía expressed her "profound respect and gratitude" towards activists, journalists, and healthcare workers dedicated to helping the Palestinian cause and many others. She condemned the killing of innocent people and the failure of those in power to act, but argued against the shaming of individuals who may not conform to certain styles of public discourse.
Rosalía's statement comes after she faced criticism from Spanish designer Miguel Adrover, who refused to collaborate with her citing her “silence” on Palestine. An email exchange between Adrover and Rosalía's representative was shared on Instagram, in which Adrover declined an offer to design a custom look for her.
The ongoing crisis in Gaza has led to a sharp deterioration in living conditions, with rising reports of deaths linked to hunger and severe acute malnutrition, particularly among children under five. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has issued a warning about a potential famine in Gaza, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention to prevent a catastrophic humanitarian disaster.
The IPC's warning comes as access to food and other essential items and services has plummeted to unprecedented levels in Gaza, with the worsening conditions attributed to Israel's increasingly restrictive blockade. The IPC warns that a worst-case famine scenario is unfolding in Gaza, with famine thresholds having been reached for food consumption in most of the Gaza Strip and for acute malnutrition in Gaza City.
Rosalía's statement was met with mixed reactions from fans and critics alike. Some praised her for speaking out, while others criticized her for not taking a clear, explicit political stance. Analyses note that her statement uses careful wording to critique the culture of public shaming while maintaining a humanitarian condemnation, but stops short of explicit political advocacy regarding Palestine.
Despite this, Rosalía's stance is one of humanitarian concern and condemnation of violence, coupled with a call to direct pressure towards those in power rather than individuals. As the crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, the focus remains on finding a solution that brings an end to the suffering of the Palestinian people.
[1] Rosalía Breaks Silence on Palestine Controversy
[2] Rosalía Condemns Violence in Palestine, Urges Solidarity Over Shaming
[3] Miguel Adrover Refuses to Collaborate with Rosalía Over Palestine
[4] Fans Criticize Rosalía's Response to Palestine Controversy as Insufficient
[5] Analysis: Rosalía's Statement on Palestine Controversy Walks a Nuanced Line
- In a statement posted on her social media platforms, Rosalía has addressed the controversy surrounding her silence on the conflict in Palestine, expressing her solidarity and condemnation of violence while criticizing the culture of public shaming directed at individuals.
- The Spanish entertainer, Rosalía, has voiced her concerns over the war-and-conflicts in Palestine, appealing for humanitarian aid, and rejecting the shaming she has faced for not taking a clear political stance.
- The heated debate over the Palestine conflict has reached celebrity circles, with designer Miguel Adrover refusing to collaborate with singer Rosalía, citing her alleged silence on the issue, as shared on Instagram.
