The recent controversy surrounding Darius Jackson, Hollywood actress Keke Palmer's boyfriend, has ignited a heated debate online. The dispute arose from Jackson's comments on Palmer's choice of outfit for Usher Raymond's show in Las Vegas. Palmer, who recently became a mother, wore a fitted black bodysuit under a sheer dress for the event.
Expressing his dissatisfaction, Jackson took to Twitter to criticize his baby's mother, stating, “It's the outfit, though. You a mom.†This tweet received mixed reactions from his followers. In a follow-up tweet, Jackson defended his stance, claiming that he simply adheres to his standards and morals. His remarks further escalated in a third tweet, where he asserted that his family and his representation are reflections of his beliefs.
These tweets quickly sparked outrage on social media, with many labelling Jackson as insecure and toxic. Critics argued that his comments were unnecessary and amounted to public shaming of the mother of his child. They emphasized the importance of respecting individual choices and questioned his possessive attitude, particularly in a relationship with a famous person like Keke Palmer.
Various social media users joined the conversation, expressing their disapproval of Jackson's behaviour. Some highlighted the need for thicker skin in relationships, suggesting that publicly criticizing one's partner's outfit choice is not a healthy approach. Others sarcastically remarked on Jackson's newfound fame, implying that they preferred when he was not in the spotlight.