Angela Simmons apologizes for her 'poor decision' to bring gun-shaped purse at 2024 BET Awards
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Reality star Angela Simmons regrets taking a gun-shaped clutch at the 2024 BET Awards.
After the backlash, the daughter of Run-DMC founder Joseph Simmons, issued an apology on her Instagram Story on Tuesday, July 2.
“When I chose the purse, I believed it was cute and unique, and I made a poor decision in using it as an accessory to amplify my beauty,” she penned.
“I deeply regret that this item which symbolizes a gun, was inappropriate and insensitive, especially given my personal and community experiences with gun violence,” reported People.
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Angela Simmons' personal experience with gun-violence
Angela Simmons’ ex-fiance Sutton Tennyson, was fatally shot 13 times outside his home in Atlanta in 2018.
“By carrying this purse, I did not intend to promote gun violence in any way,” she said in her statement. “It was a mistake that does not define who I am or my commitment to ending gun violence.”
“I ask for your understanding and forgiveness and hope you can accept my sincere apology,” she continued. “While this incident was a misstep, I will not allow it to define my moral compass or my commitment to promoting peace and ending gun violence.”
Internet says Angela Simmons bringing gun-shaped clutch at BET Awards was an attention gaining stunt
Netizens shared their opinion on Angela Simmons' apology over controversial purse she took to BET Awards.
One person commented on Facebook, “It's a great way to gain attention. It worked.”
“If everyone got this upset over real gun violence in this country, maybe things would be different,” another hit back at critics.
One expressed, “That whole show was ghetto. The BET awards used to be fun to watch and a lot of talent. This year was a hot mess.”
“I don't think it was the purse in general so much as it was the fact she was brandishing it as though it was a real weapon,” a user pointed.
“She made a poor choice, move forward and learn from this,” one penned.
Another defended Simmons, “No need to apologize or be criticized. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, beliefs and ... Wardrobe.”
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