The 'Fast and Furious' star announced his departure from social media following an emotional video in which he addressed the stigma surrounding men's mental health and masculinity, only to return shortly afterwards.
- September 4, 2024
AceShowbiz - Tyrese Gibson, the multi-talented actor and singer, has taken a bold step by quitting social media for good. His announcement came through a tearful video posted during the premiere of his new film "1992", where he stars alongside the late Ray Liotta. In his emotional message, Tyrese highlighted his frustrations with societal stereotypes about masculinity.
"I'm officially retired from social media," he began. "I'm gonna go dark, I'm gonna pray, I'm gonna turn my comments off because I don't want to be reminded of this very nasty and unbearable narrative that REAL MEN don't cry."
Tyrese went on to address the emotional pain men experience, particularly emphasizing the heartbreak of miscarriages. He explained that the emotional burden is not limited to women alone. "If and when a man has a child on the way with that beautiful woman or fiance or wife, and she ultimately has a miscarriage [I thank God I've never experienced this], the only person who is depressed, sad, or even suicidal over that loss is NOT JUST the woman," he stated.
Standing next to Snoop Dogg on the red carpet, Tyrese expanded on his views about modern masculinity. "REAL MEN these days are constantly being emasculated," he said, criticizing the term "toxic" masculinity and defending the role of men as protective, outspoken fathers and heads of households.
His comments ignited a significant discussion online, with many fans supporting his sentiments, while others debated his views. Tyrese also hinted at personal struggles, touching upon a past relationship and his role as a father. He concluded his post by urging fans to listen to the soundtrack of his latest project "Beautiful Pain", now available for streaming.
In "1992", Tyrese portrays Mercer, a character striving to restore his relationship with his son against the backdrop of the Rodney King verdict. As Tyrese steps away from the online world, his departure highlights the ongoing conversation about masculinity and mental health. His brave words prompt reflection on the societal pressures men face today.
Tyrese, however, has since returned to Instagram to criticize Joe Biden administration. He called out the president and his VP Kamala Harris for creating a hate bill for Asians, but not for black people.
