‘Bringing Up Bates’ Fans Rip Josie Bates’ Tone-Deaf Memorial Post
Bringing Up Bates fans are ripping Josie Bates Balka over her tone-deaf memorial post. The 24-year-old took to social media to share something important. But based on fans’ responses, it’s clear to see that it fell flat. What did she share, and how is everyone reacting to it? Scroll down to check it out and get all of the details.
Josie Bates Balka unsuccessfully shares a memorial post.
Josie owns a small business called Effortless Beauty. In addition, she started an online store called The Effortless Shop. On her Instagram Stories for the shop, she posted a tribute in honor of the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks. While this may seem like a genuine gesture, it was not well-received.
To pay tribute on 9/11, the Bringing Up Bates star shared a photo of herself wearing a beige knit dress while sitting on the beach. Her eyes were shut and she had a soft smile on her face as she rested her head in her hand.
Then, she wrote, “Prayers for everyone who has lost a loved one on 9/11. Our hearts go out to you and your family.”
Below, you can see the photo.
#BringingUpBates star #JosieBates is under fire for this 9/11 tribute 😮😮😮 pic.twitter.com/mjAevQbQdx
— Aubrey Chorpenning (@aechorpenning) September 14, 2023
Because it was on her shop’s Instagram Stories, it was only visible for 24 hours. But that was more than enough time for fans to grab screenshots, repost it, and discuss it.
It’s worth noting that Josie Bates Balka has several employees in her business, so she may not have personally posted this. However, she may have approved this social media post or she could have taken it down if she didn’t want it posted.
Bringing Up Bates fans rip Josie Bates Balka’s tone-deaf tribute.
On Reddit, fans reposted Josie’s 9/11 tribute. Many were stunned that she would post a photo of herself instead of one of an American flag or even a blank background. They think that it’s tone-deaf and self-centered.
Someone said, “The blissful expression like she’s thinking back on a fond memory kills me.” Others pointed out that this comes across as “inappropriate” and that she seems “full of herself.”
One Bringing Up Bates fan took this personally and said they were “offended.” They explained that their husband was working an essential job and there were no updates about when he’d be home or if there were more attacks. The fan added, “Whatever positive impression I ever had of her is now gone.”
At this point, Josie hasn’t said anything about her 9/11 post. Fans are hopeful that she will learn her lesson and be more cautious moving forward.
So, do you agree with the fans who are ripping Josie Bates Balka’s 9/11 post? Or do you think it’s harmless? Sound off in the comments section below, and come back to TV Shows Ace for more news about the Bringing Up Bates stars.
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