Alix Earle Issues Apology for Past Racist Remarks on Social Media
Alix Earle, a 23-year-old social media influencer, has taken to TikTok and Instagram to issue a heartfelt apology for racist remarks she made as a teenager.
The apology came after screenshots of Earle’s old ask.fm account surfaced online, showing her using a derogatory slur in the summer of 2014. Earle took full responsibility for her actions, stating that she was 13 years old at the time and didn’t understand the deeply offensive meaning behind the word.
“I am deeply sorry that my words have hurt many and have led people to believe that I have any prejudice in my heart. I promise you that could not be further from the truth. My platform has always focused on positivity, entertainment, and uplifting others, and will continue to do so. I am sincerely sorry to those I have offended,” Earle wrote.
Earle expressed regret over how she handled the situation, allowing others to talk her out of speaking up sooner. She took full responsibility for not standing her ground and speaking out immediately.
Earle also addressed rumors that had been circulating online, including claims that she tried to trademark her old posts and that a brand had announced they were no longer working with her. She denied both rumors, calling them “absolutely ridiculous and untrue.”
In conclusion, Earle wrote, “Regardless of what’s being said online, I wanted to come on here to address the facts and most importantly apologize.”