I lost my job in the entertainment industry and shit like this is what’s perpetuating it It was irresponsible for all who hosted, created, performed and attended, period. Just not sure how you took this gig and DIDNT expect some kind of backlash. I think the situation you described is *most* performers.
Performances like this is exactly what perpetuated the spread and indefinite closures of so many venues. Others were less sympathetic and felt taking the gig was irresponsible.Īs a fellow person who works in the entertainment industry and was furloughed, I understand it’s hard right now but this take is absolute clownery… involving yourself in a large public event period rn is going to just further delay any of us going back to work Everyone seems just resigned to waiting for a vaccine and whatever happens until then you’re just supposed to handle ? Thank you for speaking up! I wish folks would realize they are only extending this for you/others actually doing the most to end this virus. We all have to do what we have to do to live. The videos from last night were a total shitshow of privileged gays flaunting every CDC recommendation known to man. I hope and pray for yours and Mayhem’s safety tonight. Its scary walking into work every day & coming in contact w/ careless people Many people dont have the luxury to stay home and quarantine & the general public largely has little respect for others and pretends the virus doesnt exist. This is so important to speak on, thank you. I’m so sick of keyboard warriors with all the answers. Did any of those people offer to send you money so you can turn down gigs? I’m turning into an angry old woman lately. Some understood her need to continue earning a living despite the pandemic. The response to Detox’s tweets were mixed. I may or MAY spray you in da mouth with hand sanitizer. However, while roaming the bar, ordering drinks, using the restrooms, or tipping your entertainers/asking us for pics, please be considerate & kindly put that mask on for a just a moment! It’s greatly appreciated! If approached too quickly without a mask, When at those areas with your parties, if you feel the need to take your She also said masks were being encouraged but “if you feel the need to take your mask off, that’s on you.”Īll of that being said, to those attending tonight’s event at the event is at limited capacity, there are sectioned off areas to allow for distancing on the dance floor. She followed that up with more tweets claiming that only a limited number of people would be allowed inside the venue and distancing would be enforced on the dance floor. What I do have is awareness and mindfulness of my own actions and behavior. Would I rather be in a bubble in my own home?ĪBSOLUTELY! Especially with my asthma?! OF COURSE! I do not have that luxury. All I can do personally in these circumstances is to make sure I’m doing everything within my own power to act responsibly, mask up, wash my hands, disinfect, & monitor my own health & body. …but, unfortunately, that’s where I’m at. I would rather not be putting myself at risk in order to survive… I have been unemployed for 7 months, as many of us have, & have a lot of bills & have had ZERO government assistance.
I am sick of feeling the need to defend myself because of the actions of others. RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Detox is defending her decision to work at a circuit party held over Atlanta Pride weekend.Īfter receiving criticism for booking a gig at a gay bar called The District, Detox took to Twitter on Saturday to say she was sick and tired of having to defend herself for simply accepting work. ? Last Friday Night ? Thanks for having me Snap: Hair: Mug: x and post shared by Detox on at 12:59am PST