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IRISH RUGBY STAR Cian Healy has been widely criticised for an offensive tweet he sent on Saturday night.
The prop, who is currently in Los Angeles, tweeted that he was attending a Kesha gig as part of Pride in West Hollywood and included the hashtag #BacksToTheWall.
So I'm going to a kesha gig at pride in Hollywood tonight... Should be interesting! #BacksToTheWall đ
Singer Brian Kennedy immediately called out Healy and criticised his use of the term âbacks to the wallâ, which is widely viewed as derogatory and offensive to gay men.
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Kennedy wasnât alone with many Twitter users expressing their disappointment with the playerâs comments.
Healy, who notably tweeted his support for a Yes vote in the recent marriage referendum, apologised for his comments and said it was intended to be lighthearted.
@KennedySinger why would I be at a pride gig if I meant offence by that comment? It's a light hearted tweet. Sorry if it was taken wrong.
Thursday 14 November, 2024
Thursday 14 November, 2024
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Rugby star Cian Healy has gotten into trouble over this offensive tweet
IRISH RUGBY STAR Cian Healy has been widely criticised for an offensive tweet he sent on Saturday night.
The prop, who is currently in Los Angeles, tweeted that he was attending a Kesha gig as part of Pride in West Hollywood and included the hashtag #BacksToTheWall.
Singer Brian Kennedy immediately called out Healy and criticised his use of the term âbacks to the wallâ, which is widely viewed as derogatory and offensive to gay men.
Kennedy wasnât alone with many Twitter users expressing their disappointment with the playerâs comments.
Healy, who notably tweeted his support for a Yes vote in the recent marriage referendum, apologised for his comments and said it was intended to be lighthearted.
Kennedy thanked him for his reply, but stated that Healy didnât âget itâ.
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