We’re going into year two of this new normal caused by the 2020 COVID-19
pandemic. While things certainly looked bleak during its onset, 2022 is a bit of a gray area. The rollout of vaccines, in addition to the softening of quarantine restrictions, has allowed a few glimmers of hope for some; but for many, there stands a fine line. That line happens to be between people who are proponents of vaccinations and those who are not. What has made the conversation around this sensitive subject more interesting is which side of the fence our dear and beloved celebrities fall on. Just last year, we saw some of our faves prove their vaccine status at the Met Gala as the swanky ball required attendees to be vaccinated. And a few days ago, we saw Andrea Bordeaux of Run the World allege that she was dismissed due to the vaccine mandate that Lionsgate Television has implemented. Unsurprisingly, Bordeaux isn’t the only celebrity to speak out against the vaccine.
From Offset to Wendy Williams, check out this list of five public figures who have voiced concerns over the COVID-19 vaccine.
1. Offset
At the end of 2020, Offset, one-third of the rap group Migos, stated that he did not trust the vaccine. Offset’s reasoning behind such a decision was, “I don’t trust it, though.”
2. Wendy Williams
While Wendy Williams may be fully vaccinated at the moment, two years ago, she sang a different tune. During a visit to Dr. Oz’s show in March 2020, Williams expressed that she would not be getting vaccinated against Coronavirus. According to the media maven, her reasoning was also, “I don’t trust it.”
3. Summer Walker
If it’s one thing that Summer Walker knows how to do, it’s create an album. She’s also highly skilled at voicing her opinion on social media. Walker came under fire last year when she shared the following message via her Instagram story: “If u vaccinated please stay away from me.”
4. Andrea Bordeaux
For fans who were delighted to see the continuation of Bordeaux’s character Ella McFair on the hit Starz series Run the World, get ready to mourn. McFair will not be returning as Bordeaux has been discharged due to not adhering to the vaccine requirement.
5. Letitia Wright
For many of us, it’s Wakanda forever, but for Letitia Wright, it’s free-thinking forever. Wright, who is signed up for the Black Panther sequel, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, splashed across headlines after sharing a video that expressed reservations about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Regardless of one’s belief in the vaccine, it’s imperative to continue practicing a safe regimen to reduce your chances of catching COVID-19. Wash your hands, wear your mask and stay six feet apart.
