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Cardi B forgot the name of Chinese fashion designer Sensen Li, who created the rapper’s stunning black tulle look at the 2024 Met Gala on Monday night (May 6). I’m defending myself.
When asked by Emma Chamberlain on the red carpet, trend Cardi hesitated as to who the creator of this look was, forgetting their names on the spot and instead pointing out, “They’re Asian, they’re all Asian.”
Cardi subsequently faced backlash online for her comments, with critics accusing her of being racially insensitive. trend” former managing director Gilbert Chia also named the “Bodak Yellow” rapper in an Instagram comment section, writing, “For the record and awareness, no thanks to Cardi B, but… The designer of her dress is Chinese Sensen Li.” It took two months to make the gown. I personally think it’s boring and doesn’t fit the theme, but she chose it and she should at least remember his name and not just that he’s “Asian”. Ta. [eye roll emoji]”
In response, Cardi defended herself on Instagram, explaining that she was “thinking about a lot” and was “very scared” as she was rushed to the front of the line at the Met Gala. “Designer names are a little complicated, so I forgot how to pronounce her name…It messed with her head,” she recalled.
Cardi said she didn’t mean to be “offensive,” adding, “I think the designers and stylists worked really hard on this theme, so I don’t think you feel shady because she was offended or whatever.” It just proves why,” he added. You are a former director. You’re trying to piss me off, but you’re actually pissing people off behind the scenes. ”
Check out her full description. TMZ here.