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Noah Schnapp dubbed '10 most disgusting people in the world' as video flaunting 'Zionism is sexy' stickers go viral

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Ayaan Paul
Ayaan PaulNov 14, 2023 | 15:21

Noah Schnapp dubbed '10 most disgusting people in the world' as video flaunting 'Zionism is sexy' stickers go viral

The lovable Will Byers from Stranger Things, Noah Scnapp, seems to have taken a detour into the upside-down realm of controversy, facing severe backlash after sharing a video featuring him and his friends laughing and holding up tasteless stickers with controversial messages, including "Zionism is sexy" and "Hamas is ISIS".

What

  • The video, featuring Schnapp grinning alongside his pals waving the stickers around a restaurant, spread like wildfire. 
  • The Internet exploded with reactions, and not the kind you'd want from your fan base, especially with Season 5 of Stranger Things resuming production.
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Lauren Jauregi, a former member of Fifth Harmony, was among those who publicly denounced Schnapp's behaviour. She questioned the appropriateness of invoking the word "sexy" in the context of a conflict marked by violence and loss of life. 

Unrest has continued to grow in Palestine over the last few weeks, after Hamas launched an attack on Israel on October 7, leaving at least 1,200 people dead. The tensions have escalated amid retaliatory attacks, with Gazan health officials reporting that the Palestinian death toll has surpassed 11,000.

Internet attacks Schnapp

The Internet of course, hasn’t held back on the virtual pitchforks. One tweet proclaimed, "Noah Schnapp might be top 10 most disgusting people in the world right now." 

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Many called for Schnapp to reconsider his actions and questioned the sincerity of his previous statement on Instagram, where he had expressed fear and concern for the ongoing conflict. 

The apparent contradiction between his expressed concern for the situation and his participation in creating and promoting offensive content left fans perplexed and angered.

The irony

While some face career repercussions for expressing solidarity with Palestine, Schnapp seems to be navigating this storm like a character with considerable plot armour. 

Critics drew attention to the broader issue of privilege and the perceived double standards in how individuals are treated based on their stance in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Some pointed out the stark contrast between Schnapp's seemingly unscathed career and the career consequences faced by those who publicly supported Palestine.

Despite the fervent online discussions and the widespread condemnation, Schnapp has remained silent on the issue, choosing not to address the outrage publicly. 

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In the grand theatre of celebrity missteps, Schnapp has managed to outdo himself. Will he learn from this experience and emerge as a wiser, more socially aware version of Will Byers? Or will he continue to bask in the glow of controversy like a moth to a questionable decision-making flame? 

Last updated: November 14, 2023 | 15:21
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