A month into the latest season of Secret Story on TF1, fans are both excited and troubled by recent events. A contestant has been accused of racist behavior, leading to significant online backlash. In an emotional interview with Jeremstar, she opened up about the controversy, prompting mixed reactions from viewers.
Marianne Faces Racism Allegations
Recently eliminated from Secret Story, Marianne took the opportunity to speak with Jeremstar. Her 50-minute interview, published on his YouTube channel on July 10, quickly garnered over 300,000 views. Following her exit from the show, she encountered harsh criticism, particularly regarding her perceived racist behavior towards fellow contestants Romy and Anita. Many viewers felt her actions bordered on harassment.
During the interview, Marianne reflected on her conduct in the house and expressed her distress over the hateful messages she has received:
“I never intended to hurt anyone. I genuinely felt remorseful and am scared to leave my house, worried about being recognized. I can’t endure the negative comments anymore, and I understand why people are upset when viewing the footage. It’s overwhelming; I feel like I want to die.”
Mixed Reactions on Social Media
The interview stirred considerable debate on social media. While some accused Marianne of “crocodile tears” and argued she should apologize instead of making excuses, others condemned the harassment she faces.
The real monsters weren’t Marianne, but the public. I didn’t like her, I disagreed with her, but pushing her to the brink of hospitalization? We need to reflect on that. Reality TV is dying, and it’s because of the viewers. #SecretStoryLive
Another user commented on the unacceptable nature of the harassment she endures, but added that Marianne must take responsibility for her problematic behavior during the show, noting her repeated warnings from producers.
It’s not the production’s fault. She failed to comprehend her inappropriate behavior during live sessions. Yet, this does not excuse her receiving threats. That is absolutely unacceptable.
Jeremstar pointed out that Marianne feels the show’s production is to blame for the negative portrayal that contributed to her current struggles. Following a distressing text sent to the president of Endemol, she reportedly agreed to stay in a rest home for several days. It’s worth noting that cyberbullying is considered a criminal offense under the law.
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