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Bud Light partnership with trans influencer prompts rightwing backlash Headline from NBC News, from the development of Apr 2, 2023
Newest development Apr 6, 2023 · 4 reports Dylan Mulvaney—Transgender TikTok Star—Faces Latest Online Attacks From Kid Rock And More After Bud Light Collaboration
The beer brand teamed up with the “Days of Girlhood” TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney during the NCAA’s March Madness college basketball tournament.
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Bud Light partnership with trans influencer prompts rightwing backlash
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Dylan Mulvaney—Transgender TikTok Star—Faces Latest Online Attacks From Kid Rock And More After Bud Light Collaboration
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Washington Times
Bud Light partners with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney ↗ (opens Washington Times) Published Apr 1, 2023
Washington Times's feed description Transgender social media influencer Dylan Mulvaney is now a brand ambassador for Bud Light.
BizPac Review
April Fools or brand ambassador? Dylan Mulvaney plugs Bud Light in BIZARRE social media campaign ↗ (opens BizPac Review) Published Apr 1, 2023
BizPac Review's feed description If it isn’t an April Fool’s je, it should be. Calls to boycott Bud Light are trending on after social media influencer Dylan Mulvaney came out […]
Fox News
Bud Light partners with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney for March Madness: 'This isn't a parody' ↗ (opens Fox News) Published Apr 1, 2023
Same headline from 1 more outlet Fox News's feed description Bud Light faced backlash on social media after revealing transgender TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney as the latest sponsor of the beer over the weekend.
The Daily Dot
Bud Light's partnership with Dylan Mulvaney leads right-wingers to bemoan they 'can't even drink beer in America' ↗ (opens The Daily Dot) Published Apr 2, 2023
The Daily Dot's feed description A partnership between the beer brand Bud Light and transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney has sparked a wave of debate across social media.
Fox News
Bud Light says pact with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney helps ‘authentically connect with audiences’ ↗ (opens Fox News) Published Apr 2, 2023
Fox News's feed description Anheuser-Busch defended transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney appearing to be used as a Bud Light spokesperson, saying the move helps "authentically connect with audiences."
PJ Media
Trans Activist Dylan Mulvaney Partners With Bud Light for March Madness ↗ (opens PJ Media) Published Apr 2, 2023
PJ Media's feed description When I first heard about this, I was convinced it was an April Fools’ Day joke. But it appears to be true. Dylan Mulvaney, the trans activist and TikTok celebrity, is the newest spokesman for Bu...
New York Post
Bud Light stands behind partnership with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney despite backlash ↗ (opens New York Post) Published Apr 3, 2023
New York Post's feed description Anheuser-Busch defended its discussion to enlist trans activist and influencer Dylan Mulvaney as a Bud Light brand influencer Monday in the face of growing backlash from the right.
The Daily Caller
Bud Light Breaks Silence On Partnership With Dylan Mulvaney ↗ (opens The Daily Caller) Published Apr 3, 2023
The Daily Caller's feed description Bud Light parent company Anheuser-Busch issued a statement Monday defending the brand's partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
NBC News
Bud Light partnership with trans influencer prompts rightwing backlash ↗ (opens NBC News) Published Apr 4, 2023
NBC News's feed description The beer brand teamed up with the “Days of Girlhood” TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney during the NCAA’s March Madness college basketball tournament.
Fox News
Bud Light’s pact with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney sparks outrage, praise ↗ (opens Fox News) Published Apr 4, 2023
Fox News's feed description Anheuser-Busch set social media ablaze when beer juggernaut Bud Light celebrated transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney’s "365 Days of Girlhood" with a polarizing promotion.
Media Matters for America
Newsweek
Fact Check: Was Bud Light marketing team fired over Dylan Mulvaney fallout? ↗ (opens Newsweek) Published Apr 5, 2023
Newsweek's feed description Over the past week, Bud Light and its parent company Anheuser-Busch faced criticism for partnering with Dylan Mulvaney, a transgender advocate.
Forbes
Dylan Mulvaney—Transgender TikTok Star—Faces Latest Online Attacks From Kid Rock And More After Bud Light Collaboration ↗ (opens Forbes) Published Apr 5, 2023
Forbes's feed description Musicians and media personalities including Candace Owens and Ben Shapiro are among the critics blasting the beer company and Mulvaney.
Variety
Bud Light's Sponsorship With Trans Star Dylan Mulvaney Sparks Backlash ↗ (opens Variety) Published Apr 5, 2023
Variety's feed description Bud Light's recent sponsorship campaign with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney has prompted online backlash from Kid Rock and Travis Tritt.
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