On Thursday, Netflix UK & Ireland stirred outrage with a post about a ‘neck injury’ just as the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination approached. The timing of the joke was seen as deeply inappropriate.
Many users took to social media to express their disappointment and anger. Critics felt that the streaming giant should have shown more sensitivity given the significance of the date.
Public Reaction
The post quickly attracted comments from those who found the joke offensive. Supporters of Kirk noted the lack of decorum in making light of such a tragic event.
Call for Accountability
In light of the backlash, many called for Netflix to issue an apology or to reconsider their social media strategies to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
