YouTuber Tana Mongeau has come forward issuing an apology for several racially insensitive tweets she made some years ago.
The notable internet personality addressed her followers directly on Twitter last Thursday, expressing deep regret for her previous statements which she admitted were “hurtful and unacceptable.”
The offensive tweets, now removed, featured racial slurs and derogatory remarks towards people of color. These posts resurfaced after Brooke Schofield, a user on TikTok, revealed screenshots of Mongeau’s tweets on her profile.
Known for her provocative and often divisive online presence, Mongeau experienced swift and severe criticism from both her followers and detractors, urging that she be held responsible for her past comments.
During her apology, Mongeau confessed to being “young and foolish” at the time the tweets were made, admitting she had much to learn about the profound effects her words can have. She emphasized how she has matured since then and expressed her commitment to foster inclusion and diversity through her influential platform.
Schofield, who is black, expressed her frustration on TikTok about the situation, articulating her disgust with Mongeau’s historical comments and stressing the accountability needed.
“It’s crucial, especially because Tana influences many young, impressionable individuals, to demonstrate that such behavior is entirely unacceptable,” Schofield remarked.
While Mongeau has not delved into specifics about the controversial tweets, she has vowed to strive for betterment moving forward, promising to use her influential status to “promote love and understanding.”
Mongeau’s online behavior has previously been under scrutiny. She has faced allegations of cultural appropriation and insensitivity towards serious issues like mental health and sexual assault.
Despite these earlier scandals, Mongeau has upheld a robust and loyal fan base on YouTube and across various social media outlets. How her recent apology will affect her standing and whether it will be sufficient to mend her image and regain her audience’s trust is yet to be determined.
