'Didn't she say the N-word?': BLACKPINK's Jennie slammed as she attends Black history-themed Met Gala 2025 amid racism controversy

BLACKPINK¡¯s Jennie made a bold statement at the 2025 Met Gala, stepping onto the red carpet in a dramatic Chanel tuxedo ensemble that many hailed as one of her most fashion-forward looks to date. The theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, inspired the singer to channel a mix of elegance and dandyism ¡ª a striking departure from her usual red carpet choices. But despite the praise for her fashion, controversy quickly followed.

Jennie stuns at the Met Gala 2025

Jennie arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in a sleek black pantsuit paired with an off-the-shoulder top, complete with an extended train flowing behind her. The look was elevated with pearl chains and a bold white-and-black top hat, blending classic Chanel styling with a fresh twist. As the brand¡¯s long-time global ambassador, her ensemble felt both tailored and personal, and many fans initially applauded her for stepping outside her fashion comfort zone.

Jennie at Met Gala| Credit: X

However, as photos of Jennie began circulating online, so did criticism. Her attendance drew renewed backlash due to a resurfaced video clip from her pre-debut days, in which she was seen singing lyrics that included the N-word. The clip was recently leaked by someone known online as the ¡°YG leaker,¡± reigniting a controversy that many feel Jennie has yet to properly address.

Since the videos were taken down here is a whole compilation of Blackpink Jennie and Lisa saying the N-word repeatedly

It is worth mentioning that Jennie was born and raised in a westren country https://t.co/Ydt4z2uqo3 pic.twitter.com/QkRhTQMFeJ

¡ª ? (@blackylle) March 30, 2025

BLACKPINK member faces backlash despite standout Chanel look

While some fans appreciated her outfit and presence at an event celebrating Black culture and fashion, others called it inappropriate for her to attend without publicly acknowledging the incident. Many pointed out that making a mistake as a rookie is one thing, but ignoring it once you¡¯ve gained global influence is another. One post read, ¡°Didn¡¯t she say the N-word? You can¡¯t show up to a gala honoring Black culture without even addressing that.¡±

One user wrote, "Attending an event honoring Black styles and dandyism when you can't even acknowledge nor apologize for saying a racial slur multiple times against their people is okay, lmao."

attending an event honouring black styles and dandyism when you cant even acknowledge nor apologise for saying a racial slur multiple times against their people okay lmao https://t.co/MijDrd3qb9

¡ª ? (@flosummertime) May 5, 2025

Another simply wrote, "Didn¡¯t she say the n-word?"

didn¡¯t she say the n word¡­ https://t.co/HK52ke0AW2

¡ª nikki ?? ?? ? (@SVBSAEP) May 5, 2025

"Going to the Met Gala after refusing to apologize for saying the N-word when the theme this year is Black is crazy," mentioned a third.

going to the met gala after refusing to apologize for saying the N word when the theme this year is black is crazy https://t.co/R2Pz4Td8K7

¡ª katwiia (@Katwiiaa) May 5, 2025

"Just say ni**a, and the whole look will be complete," one user took a sarcastic dig at her.

just say nigga and the whole look will be complete https://t.co/ZLCG9jWpb7

¡ª samie (@jenaissantae) May 5, 2025

For those unversed, this marks Jennie¡¯s third consecutive appearance at the Met Gala. Before gracing the iconic red carpet, she also made headlines with her standout performance and style at Coachella last month.

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