A group of TikTokers are facing backlash for wearing “blackface” after throwing a Shaun the Sheep-themed party that’s going viral online.
Shaun the Sheepis a British children’s TV program and spin-off of the Wallace and Gromit series that follows the adventures of Shaun, a lamb, on a North English farm.
The series has cemented itself as a classic in kid’s media… but a group ofTikTokersare coming under fire for how they decided to celebrate the show.
TikToker sparks backlash over viral Shaun the Sheep-themed party
Looking at Shaun’s design, he’s covered in fluffy white wool with dark skin on his face and extremities — but viewers are noticing that a few partygoers decided to cover their lips in red face paint, sparking some accusations that attendees were wearing “blackface.”
“I like Shaun the sheep, but I could NEVER do this,” one user wrote.
“Last time I checked, Shaun DOES NOT have red lips,” another pointed out.
“Not one of them was like, ‘Let’s not do this,’ lol?” yet another said.
However, other commenters aren’t so sure the group intended to be offensive with their costumes, with one viewer writing: “Y’all, as a Black person, blackface is only blackface when you are interpreting a Black person. They are not doing blackface! Please grow up.”
“I know they don’t mean anything by it, but I would absolutely do a double take if I saw this in public,” one added.
Vinaputrip hasuploaded a few other videosof the party but, at the time of writing, has not responded to the backlash and ensuing debate on their profile, leaving many viewers demanding answers.
Virginia Glaze is Dexerto’s Entertainment Editor in the US. She expertly covers trending stories across Twitch, Kick, YouTube, and TikTok – as well as fighting games and influencer boxing. Virginia also has bylines at Red Bull, GINX, and Bandai Namco. Contact her here: virginia.glaze@dexerto.com
