Originally published June 7, 2023 4:00 pm PDT
Creators of the popular children’s show “Peppa Pig” is facing backlash after its social media profile wished its fans a “Happy Pride Month.”
QUICK FACTS:
- Hit British children’s television show “Peppa Pig” has drawn criticism after wishing its viewers a “Happy Pride Month.”
- “Happy Pride Month. Here’s to celebrating love,” the show’s social media account posted, with an image of the cartoon characters standing in front of a rainbow with the words “Happy Pride.”
- Critics took to Twitter to comment on the move, claiming the show was trying to “brainwash” children.
- “Why are you doing this??? You’re a wonderful children’s show and you’re ruining all that good will!” one user wrote.
- “Officially done with you in my home. Sick groomers,” another said.
INSTAGRAM USER ON PEPPA PIG POSTING FOR “PRIDE” MONTH BUT EXCLUDING CHRISTMAS:
âOn Christmas you posted Happy Holidays in fear of offending but you have no problem posting for Pride. Do you think more of your audience celebrates Christmas or Pride? Unfollow,â @realnicolelizabeth wrote.
BACKGROUND:
- Last month, retail giant Kohlâs introduced a range of merchandise as part of its âpride monthâ collection for young children.
- The items, which triggered backlash, included LGBT-themed onesies designed for infants and a rainbow-colored tutu, among other products bearing the slogan âLove is Love,â as outlined on the companyâs website.
- The controversy intensified as social media users began sharing more from Kohlâs pride collection, including a âBaby Sonoma Community Pride Bodysuit setâ specifically tailored for 3-month, 6-month, and 9-month-old infants.
- Around the same time, Target faced widespread boycott over its âPrideâ collection featuring apparel and books for children and babies.
- The store now sells onesies and childrenâs shirts with the phrase âJust Be You And Feel The Loveâ and rainbow-colored items.
- Bibs feature LGBTQ concepts, with some reading, âI Am Proud Of You Always.â
