Martha Stewart says she ‘really screwed up’ with homeless Halloween costume
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Key Points:
- Martha Stewart faced backlash after posting a Halloween costume photo on Instagram where she dressed as a homeless person, which many criticized as tone-deaf and offensive.
- The costume included distressed clothing, black marks on her face, and a sign saying “I AM HUNGRY HELP ME!!,” coinciding with a promotion for her candle collection.
- Stewart explained her intention was to raise awareness about homelessness, a cause she supports, but acknowledged that the costume offended people.
- She later issued a public apology, admitting the costume was insensitive and expressing regret for her actions.
- Over 700,000 people in the US are homeless, highlighting the sensitivity and seriousness of the issue Stewart aimed to address.
