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Doja Cat Walks Back Criticism of Timothée Chalamet

3/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Doja Cat retracted her criticism of Timothée Chalamet after backlash over his 'no one cares' remark about opera and ballet.
She initially condemned the remarks in a TikTok video, saying opera and ballet have dedicated audiences.
In a follow-up video, Doja Cat admitted she knows little about opera or ballet and regretted her impulsive comments.
She described the initial response as virtue signaling to connect amid outrage.

History

Historical Context

The backlash against cultural appropriation in art forms like ballet and opera intensified in 2016, with artists such as Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar highlighting these issues. That year, only 4% of Americans attended a ballet performance, reflecting the niche audience for these traditions. Doja Cat's recent retraction of criticism towards Timothée Chalamet illustrates the ongoing complexities in cultural discourse and audience engagement.

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Story summary

Doja Cat retracted her criticism of Timothée Chalamet after backlash over his 'no one cares' remark about opera and ballet.
She initially condemned the remarks in a TikTok video, saying opera and ballet have dedicated audiences.
In a follow-up video, Doja Cat admitted she knows little about opera or ballet and regretted her impulsive comments.
She described the initial response as virtue signaling to connect amid outrage.

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