Cate Blanchett Faces Backlash Over 'Middle Class' Comment at Cannes

The Oscar-winning actress's statement about her social status has sparked widespread criticism and debate online.

Blanchett, worth an estimated $95 million, described herself as 'middle class' during a press conference.
Social media users criticized her for being out of touch with reality and her actual financial status.
Some defended her, suggesting she referred to British social class distinctions rather than economic status.
Blanchett made the comment while discussing her work with refugee filmmakers.
She has not yet responded to the backlash.