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Doechii Addresses Met Gala Backstage Video with Humor and Gratitude

The rapper responded to viral criticism of her tense demands for umbrellas, highlighting her pride in her team and the significance of her debut.

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Overview

  • A backstage video of Doechii requesting multiple umbrellas to conceal her outfit before the Met Gala went viral, drawing mixed reactions online.
  • Criticism centered on her tone, with some accusing her of rudeness, while others defended her as managing stress during a high-pressure moment.
  • Doechii responded humorously on TikTok and Instagram, writing, 'God forbid a girl needs more umbrellas,' alongside a lighthearted video.
  • In follow-up posts, she expressed pride in her glam and Louis Vuitton teams, emphasizing the alignment of her debut with the event's theme celebrating Black fashion.
  • The incident has sparked broader discussions about celebrity stress, public scrutiny, and the intersectional biases faced by Black women in high-profile settings.