Candace Cameron Bure has been criticized for saying the new TV network she joined won’t feature same-sex couples in lead roles, while One Tree Hill actress Hilary Burton labeled her ‘biased’ leading criticism, with Jojo Siwa accusing her of being ‘rude and hurtful’
In an interview with wall street journalBure revealed that she expects Great American Family Network, the media company that is currently producing Christmas films, to “keep traditional marriages at the center.”
Bure, 46, has long been the star of numerous Hallmark holiday movies, but recently left the Great American Family network, described by the WSJ as “a god-and-country alternative to holiday entertainment.”
Controversy: Candace Cameron Bure has been slammed after saying the new TV network she joined wouldn’t feature same-sex couples in starring roles — Hillary Burton called her ‘biased’ increase
‘This is rude and hurtful’: Bure’s recent feud with Jojo Siwa also slammed her after calling her ‘the most disrespectful celebrity I’ve ever met’
“With a name that evokes red state pride and faith-embracing content, the channel positions itself as an option for Christians who think Hollywood is ruining Christmas,” said the network’s WSJ. I am writing.
Candace said she’s desperate to make a “more meaningful” film and is partnering with The Great American Family because of their vision for faith-based programming.
“My heart wants to tell stories with more meaning and purpose and depth. I knew that you were a Christian who wanted to promote
Bill Abbott, chief executive of Great American Media, who previously held the same role at Hallmark Channel’s parent company, called Candace “an important part of what we do.” is.
A Hallmark staple: Bure, 46, has long been the star of numerous Hallmark holiday movies, but recently left the Great American Family network, described by the WSJ as “a god-and-country alternative to holiday entertainment.” rice field.
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Abbott left Crown Media Family Networks in early 2020 after the network pulled four ads for wedding planning website Zola that featured lesbian couples kissing on their wedding day. However, Hallmark apologized to viewers after the backlash.
Speaking to the WSJ about including same-sex couples in the Great American Family film, he said: “It’s 2022 for sure, so we know the trends.”
“There is no whiteboard to say ‘Yes, this’ or ‘No, I will never go here. ”
Hallmark released Christmas House, the first film in 2020 to prominently feature a gay couple.
Burton was among those who slammed Candace Cameron Bure on Twitter after her interview went public
Beatdown: Burton called Bure a ‘bigot’ following remarks
In April, it was announced that Candace had signed a deal with GAC Media to “develop, produce and star in films and TV shows across the GAC Family and GAC Living.” variety report.
Actress Hilary Burton slammed Candace Cameron Bure on Twitter after her interview was published.
“Bigot,” she tweeted. “I don’t remember Jesus favoring hypocrites like Candy. But sure. Get your money, honey. You ride that wave of prejudice all the way to the bank,” she wrote.
She also called out Abbott in another tweet denouncing his remarks calling LGTBQ a “trend.”
Mistrust: After calling Bure “the rudest celebrity I’ve ever met,” Jojo Siwa, who had recently feuded with Bure, also accused the actress of being “rude and hurtful.”
‘You know I love you’: Even Candace’s Full House co-star Jodie Sweetin seemed to dig her
“Now they’re just openly acknowledging their biases,” Hillary wrote in another tweet. . I’m glad they abandoned him. Being LGBTQ is not a “trend”. I hate that guy and his network. You are also candy. There is nothing unconventional about same-sex couples.
Jojo Siwa, who recently feuded with Bure after calling her “the rudest celebrity I’ve ever met,” also accused her of being “rude and hurtful.”
“Honestly, after all that happened just a few months ago, I can’t believe she’s not only making a film with the intention of excluding LGBTQIA+, but talking about it in the press. This is disrespectful. and harmful to the entire community of people,” she posted on Instagram.
Backlash: Twitter users expressed displeasure after publication of Bure’s remarks
Even Candice’s Full House co-star Jodie Sweetin seemed to dig her.
Sweetin responded to Jojo’s post, commenting, “You know I love you (red heart emoji).”
Many others also expressed their displeasure with Bure’s remarks.
“Am I the only one who thinks @candacecbure’s statement on leaving @hallmarkchannel screams homophobia? I’m sick and tired of this woman hiding homophobia behind ‘Christian values’.” Yes,” one Twitter user posted.
“What an asshole #Candice Cameron Bure! Thank you for declaring #GreatAmericanFamily anti-gay and only #Trumpers,” posted another tweet.
This isn’t the first time Bure has faced backlash online.
Last year, Bure was criticized for the people she followed on social media, but she insisted. “Following does not imply endorsement.”
Addressing last year’s outrage, she said on her Instagram story: “And I follow such a wide range of people that it’s always weird. But following doesn’t mean endorsement.
Bure, who follows politicians such as President Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Melania Trump, and Candice Owens, says that having diverse opinions doesn’t mean “they say or He argued that he did not go along with all of his actions.
“It just means that I follow a wide range of people. I want to know what’s going on in the world, I want to hear different sides of the debate. I follow entertainment people who don’t act like they do, but I want to know what our society and culture are like.
“I follow left and right, but my blood never boils,” the actress added. , it doesn’t upset me, it just gives me perspective.
Backlash: Bure was criticized last year for following people on social media, but she insisted that “following does not imply endorsement.”