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Beauty Mogul's Slur Scandal Shocks Ireland
8 Sep
Summary
- Beauty brand owner apologized for viral video using a slur.
- The incident occurred during an argument at a hotel in Ireland.
- She is the founder of Bellamianta and Iconic Bronze beauty brands.
Linda Stinson, the 43-year-old owner of the Irish beauty brand Bellamianta, has apologized for her conduct after a video emerged showing her using offensive language and making threats. The footage, captured at the Redcastle Hotel in Moville, Ireland, depicted Stinson in a heated exchange.
In the widely circulated video, Stinson used a slur and threatened an individual, reportedly during an argument concerning their attire. She later posted an apology on Instagram, acknowledging the hurt and distress caused by her words and expressing deep remorse.
Stinson, who founded Bellamianta in 2015 and later Iconic Bronze in 2017, stated she takes full responsibility and is committed to learning from the experience. The two tanning and beauty brands were projected to achieve significant sales figures, with an August 2025 report indicating they were on track for £11 million (approximately $14 million) in sales by 2025.
