Bethenny Frankel sparks controversy with her comments on the diverse communities in the Hamptons, drawing criticism from “The View” co-host Ana Navarro and social media users.
Bollywood Fever: Bethenny Frankel is facing backlash after claiming that the Hamptons are filled with “not only rich people” but also minorities. The “RHONY” alum made the remarks in a TikTok video, stating, “There are all kinds of people here. There’s a big Latin community here, big. There is an African American community here on the beach. Beautiful houses.”
Frankel, 53, mentioned that she had a house in the area one summer. The clip quickly went viral, with “The View” co-host Ana Navarro criticizing Frankel for her racially charged comments. “News flash: White people are not the only ones capable of having money. There are rich Black people and rich ‘Latins,’” Navarro, 52, tweeted.
Other X (formerly Twitter) users echoed Navarro’s sentiments, calling out Frankel for her demographic analysis. This incident is not the first time Frankel’s TikTok videos have sparked controversy. She has previously acknowledged that her content puts her at risk of “getting canceled.”
In September 2023, Frankel faced criticism for gifting a store cashier a $70 makeup palette, implying the cashier couldn’t afford it. When questioned by a fan, Frankel explained, “Bc (because) she is a cashier at TJ maxx.” This comment was widely perceived as “tone deaf” and drew backlash from fans.
“That’s ignorant – a cashier at TJ Maxx can afford it if they save. Comes across entitled and rude,” one user commented. Another added, “Bethenny tone deaf. Stop it!”
Even Frankel’s friend-turned-nemesis, Carole Radziwill, weighed in on the controversy. “Who sent this to me? Lol. I mean stop this nonsense. So much to unpack but I’m not getting paid to do this any longer. But here…one ‘word’: #whitesaviorcomplex,” Radziwill tweeted over a video of the TikTok.
Frankel’s recent remarks have sparked a significant reaction, highlighting ongoing discussions about race, privilege, and sensitivity in public statements.
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