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Dylan Mulvaney Warns of Threats Amid Bud Light Backlash

2/26/2026

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Dylan Mulvaney (transgender influencer) told Monica Lewinsky's podcast that backlash against her Bud Light partnership could fuel threats.
She described the initial reaction as humorous but warned threats could escalate.
She cited the influence of far-right media on real-world violence.
Bud Light's sales dropped nearly 30% after the controversy.
Mulvaney faced renewed backlash for Anne Boleyn casting in Six the Musical, but she would endure for the opportunity to perform.

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Dylan Mulvaney (transgender influencer) told Monica Lewinsky's podcast that backlash against her Bud Light partnership could fuel threats.
She described the initial reaction as humorous but warned threats could escalate.
She cited the influence of far-right media on real-world violence.
Bud Light's sales dropped nearly 30% after the controversy.
Mulvaney faced renewed backlash for Anne Boleyn casting in Six the Musical, but she would endure for the opportunity to perform.