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Martha Stewart says she 'really screwed up' with Halloween homeless costume
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- Martha Stewart, the 85-year-old US entrepreneur, removed a controversial photo of herself dressed as a homeless person for Halloween, holding a sign saying "I am hungry help me!!".
- She issued an apology stating her costume was meant to raise awareness about homelessness but acknowledged it was insensitive and offensive, expressing regret for her actions.
- Critics and social media users condemned the costume as insulting and demeaning, questioning why she would choose such a portrayal for humor.
- Stewart, known as a pioneering lifestyle influencer, rose to fame with her magazine and media empire but faced legal troubles in 2004 related to insider trading.
- Since then, she has worked to rebuild her brand through reality TV, food product lines, and collaborations, including a show with rapper Snoop Dogg.
