Drake Bell Deletes Tweet About Caitlyn Jenner
by Ali Szubiak | PopCrushCaitlyn Jenner’s Vanity Fair debut is, understandably, huge news. It takes a great deal of courage to come out as a transgender person in modern society, and Jenner’s choice to use her celebrity platform as a way to bring visibility to the largely underrepresented transgender community is an admirable one. Quite a few celebrities recognize this, too, and have posted to various social media accounts to commend Jenner on her bravery in what will hopefully set a precedent for the way transgender people are treated now and in the future — with respect and understanding.
But, as with all things, not everyone was entirely supportive of Jenner. Drake Bell — a former child star notorious for feuding with Justin Bieber fans on the Internet and various apps — posted a tweet earlier today (June 1) that said, “Sorry…Still calling you Bruce.”
After being inundated with criticism pointing out how insensitive his tweet was, Bell went on to backtrack in the most inefficient way possible, writing, “That’s bravery.” He then followed that up by writing, “I’m not dissing him! I just don’t want to forget his legacy! He is the greatest athlete of all time! Chill out!”
Not only does Bell use male pronouns when referring to Caitlyn — who identifies as a woman — but he also seems to believe that Jenner’s achievements as an Olympian will somehow be erased if she is no longer referred to as Bruce. Hmmm.
Bell’s tweets have since been deleted, but you can check out a screen shot over on E! News.
Thankfully, the general consensus seems to be a mostly positive one. You can check out some of those celebrity reactions below.
Is there anything more beautiful than being exactly who you are?! This is so inspiring ! @vanityfair https://t.co/2bRJVj5AYd
— Emma Roberts (@RobertsEmma) June 1, 2015
Caitlyn Jenner looks exactly like Jessica Lange. Wow!
— AZEALIA BANKS (@AZEALIABANKS) June 1, 2015
Caitlyn, @Caitlyn_Jenner thanku for being a part of all of our lives & using your platform to change people's minds. pic.twitter.com/bFLjt98m2L
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) June 1, 2015
The beauty on the inside is now also on the outside. God bless you and the whole family for sharing it with us. pic.twitter.com/bfO7aFRjbY
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) June 1, 2015
Caitlyn Jenner for Vanity Fair Annie Leibovitz! How beautiful! Be happy, be proud, live life YOUR way! pic.twitter.com/39fryBwUqE
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) June 1, 2015
My hope for the world is that we can all be as brave as @Caitlyn_Jenner. pic.twitter.com/WlJmAjv4iv
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) June 1, 2015
Congratulations Caitlyn
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) June 1, 2015
@Caitlyn_Jenner you're so gorgeous and elegant! Thank you for inspiring and being true to yourself. Happy for your happiness.
— Becky G. (@iambeckyg) June 1, 2015
Finally free. This made me stop. The feeling of freedom. You go @Caitlyn_Jenner! https://t.co/P4nDwltjxi
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) June 1, 2015
CAITLYN!!!!!!!!!! Love this. So happy for her. https://t.co/YOo4kdBOJl
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) June 1, 2015
❤️ YAS ❤️ https://t.co/TJrBgVZmBV
— SAM SMITH (@samsmithworld) June 1, 2015
Hi Caitlyn
— Tyra Banks (@tyrabanks) June 1, 2015
Well HELLOOOOO #CaitlynJenner!!! ❤️❤️❤️ My wish is that everyone is able to live a happy life as their authentic sel… http://t.co/fR6B9FpG8H
— Lance Bass (@LanceBass) June 1, 2015
CAITLYN JENNER YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL
— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) June 1, 2015
Drake Bell Deletes Tweet About Caitlyn Jenner
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