Madonna slammed as she scolds concertgoer for sitting down at LA show before realizing they're in wheelchair

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pop icon Madonna found herself at the center of an Internet firestorm after she scolded a seated audience member, demanding they stand up before realizing they were in a wheelchair at her recent Celebration Tour concert in Los Angeles. 

The viral video of the embarrassing gaffe, which saw Madonna quickly apologize after her mistake, prompted netizens to condemn the legendary performer for her apparent lack of sensitivity and consideration toward concertgoers with disabilities, as per Daily Mail.

Madonna apologized for being 'politically incorrect' after accidentally scolding a concertgoer who was in a wheelchair for sitting down

At her stop at the Kia Forum on Thursday, March 7, Madonna paused her performance and singled out an audience member, demanding, "What are you doing sitting down over there? What are you getting sitting down?"

However, as she approached the edge of the stage, she quickly realized the fan was in a wheelchair. "Oh, OK. Politically incorrect. Sorry about that," apologized Madonna, adding, "I'm glad you are here."

The viral video showcased Madonna urging fans to "take this ride" with her before calling out the wheelchair user. After the awkward exchange, she promptly returned to the center stage to resume her performance.

Internet reacts to Madonna scolding a concertgoer in a wheelchair for sitting down

One said, "Even if not in a wheelchair, someone could have physical issues and can't stand long. They paid for the ticket; let them decide how they want to enjoy the show."

Another remarked, "Madonna is so classy?? Not," while a person bluntly stated, "That was so wrong, Madonna."

Someone else commented, "Such a lack of compassion. She could care less!"

Madonna and Kylie Minogue sing duets in honor of International Women's Day

Despite the controversy, Madonna's Los Angeles concert also featured a celebratory moment when she welcomed fellow pop icon Kylie Minogue onto the stage for a pair of live duets in honor of International Women's Day. The two legendary performers sang renditions of 'Can't Get You Out Of My Head' and 'I Will Survive' by Gloria Gaynor, as per NME.

"Now, this is what we call survival," said Madonna during the performance, adding, "It's a privilege for me to be up here singing with you… God bless you, never give up."

Minogue, wearing a black top that said "Madonna," expressed her joy, stating, "It feels amazing," and explaining that the duet had not happened before as they both like to "take our time."

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