Several celebrities are able to say goodbye to Twitter following Elon Musk’s takeover!
In case you missed it, the 51-year-old Tesla proprietor took possession of the social media platform on Thursday – which promptly got here with some modifications in management and a bunch of issues over if his plans will principally create a hate-speech free for all on the app. Not to say fears of reinstating Twitter privileges of some individuals who have been banned – like ex-president Donald Trump. And now, many individuals and even celebs are vowing to give up Twitter on account of Elon’s acquisition of the platform. Which stars are abandoning the app, chances are you’ll ask? Grey’s Anatomy creator Shonda Rhimes tweeted on Saturday morning to her 1.9 million followers:
“Not hanging around for whatever Elon has planned. Bye.”
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This Is Us govt producer Ken Olin declared to his 300,000 followers on Friday:
“Hey all –
I’m out of here. No judgement.
Let’s keep the faith.
Let’s protect our democracy.
Let’s try to be kinder.
Let’s try to save the planet.
Let’s try to be more generous.
Let’s look to find peace in the world.”
Billions showrunner Brian Koppelman shared an identical sentiment:
“Y’all’s, for real, come find me over on instagram and the tok. Gonna really try to take a breather from here for a minute or a month come deal close time.”
Bill & Ted star Alex Winter reportedly deleted his whole Twitter historical past and left a Linktree tackle after posting a meme that depicted Elon, Donald, and Kanye West because the Three Musketeers. Meanwhile, Josh Gad appeared on the fence about whether or not he was going to give up the positioning:
“Large exodus happening on this platform. Not sure if I stay or not. Leaning toward staying, but if today is a sign of things to come, not sure what the point is. Freedom of speech is great. Hate speech intended to incite harm, (with no consequences) ain’t what I signed up for.”
However, others have the alternative stance on the state of affairs and really feel everybody ought to keep on Twitter to combat again if it stops regulating hate speech. Star Trek icon George Takei expressed this sentiment, writing on Saturday:
“Twitter feels a little like America may feel if the Republicans take back Congress. All the crazies would immediately begin testing the awful limits of how far they can push things.”
He continued:
“I’m not going anywhere. We need each other’s voices and strength, and I’ve never shied from a fight. When Twitler and the other deplorable are let back on her, I’ll be more than a thorn in their side.”
Director Rob Reiner pleaded together with his followers to remain on the platform, stressing:
“For those who are fighting to preserve our Constitutional Democracy, now is not the time to leave Twitter. Now is the time to VOTE BLUE!”
We’ll must maintain an eye fixed out if any extra celebs determine to go away Twitter — and even how lengthy those who vowed to go away even keep off it. Some stated they have been going to give up Twitter when Elon first bid to take over the corporate in April however modified their minds, together with Jameela Jamil, who tweeted on the time:
“I fear this free speech bid is going to help this hell platform reach its final form of totally lawless hate, bigotry, and misogyny. Best of luck.”
And then she deleted the tweet and returned to the platform. So we’ll must see what occurs! What do YOU suppose, Perezcious readers? Do you propose on ditching the app now that Elon is in cost? Or do you propose on staying? Sound OFF within the feedback under.
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