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Coco Jones Shines Amidst Racist Tirade
21 Oct
Summary
- Singer ignored racist remarks during NYC photoshoot.
- Commenter yelled racial slurs and insults at Jones.
- Jones previously discussed childhood struggles with colorism.
Grammy winner Coco Jones demonstrated remarkable composure during a New York City photoshoot when confronted by a stranger spewing racist remarks. While posing for the camera, Jones overheard the individual shouting offensive comments such as "Ew! You look so freaking Black! Blackie!" captured in a vlog detailing her New York Fashion Week experience.
Rather than engage with the negativity, Jones ignored the insults and even blew a kiss towards the woman before continuing with her photoshoot. This incident highlights her grace under pressure, a trait she has cultivated throughout her career.
Jones, who is set to star in a Bel-Air spinoff, has been open about her past experiences with colorism. As a child star, she faced challenges within the entertainment industry, including being dropped from Disney's Hollywood Records, which she attributes partly to industry biases.
"I'm just not going to let the world make me feel like I'm a lesser version of a quality girl, of beauty, of all of these things," Jones stated on a past episode of Sway In the Morning, underscoring her commitment to self-worth despite societal pressures.
