When Kjersti Flaa's interview with the 'It Ends with Us' star went viral for all the wrong reasons, it nearly drove her out of the entertainment reporting business.
- August 20, 2024
AceShowbiz - After a clip of her interview with Blake Lively and Parker Posey went viral, Kjersti Flaa has taken to her YouTube channel to share her perspective on the "nightmare" experience. Flaa, who complimented Lively on her pregnancy, was met with sarcasm that she found hurtful. She revealed that she is infertile, which made Lively's comment particularly painful.
Flaa stated that the incident made her feel "left out or bullied" and left her questioning her abilities as a journalist. She waited to release the clip due to the impact it had on her, which affected her confidence during subsequent interviews.
While Flaa has received support from followers, she claims that Lively has not apologized. She speculates that Lively may have been advised to avoid addressing the issue, believing it would backfire.
Flaa highlights the importance of Hollywood celebrities taking responsibility for their mistakes and suggests that Lively's silence has exacerbated the situation. She argues that if Lively had addressed the issue promptly, the consequences would have been different.
The interview clip has resurfaced amid controversy surrounding Lively's promotion of her movie "It Ends with Us" while simultaneously promoting cocktails and haircare. Some have criticized Lively for marketing products that conflict with the movie's message about domestic violence.
Flaa's experience has sparked conversations about the challenges faced by entertainment reporters and the importance of treating guests with respect. Social media users have condemned Lively's behavior as "rude" and "uncalled for." While Lively has not directly addressed Flaa's comments, a source close to her has stated that she was annoyed by the "little bump" compliment.