Lindsey Shaw addressed the incident on her Instagram Stories after the backlash against her video. She sobbed as she said that her now-deleted TikTok was not meant to cause pain or insult. Shaw begged for the hate to stop and stressed that it wasn’t justified in the hate she was receiving in her inbox.
She emphasized that her goal on TikTok was to make light of the distinctions between Gen Z and millennials. Shaw acknowledged the need for everyone to vibrate at a higher frequency to create a brighter future and expressed a commitment to learning and improvement. She expressed her regret to those who were hurt and reiterated that she never intended to insult or denigrate anyone.
Shaw clarified that the millennial vs. Gen Z dynamic on TikTok had an impact on her video and that her goal was not as serious as it might have appeared. Shaw disclosed that she had decided to reduce her use of social media after realizing the negative effects on her mental health. She promised to come back and thanked and loved her supporters. Shaw believed that everyone involved would have more understanding, empathy, and knowledge.
Social media users also pointed out Shaw’s inconsistent response, pointing out that she praised her previous co-star on Ned’s Declassified, Devon Werkheiser after he used the same background footage to create a similar TikTok. The uproar surrounding Shaw’s film served as a reminder of how crucial it is to consider the consequences of one’s actions, especially when it comes to cultural sensitivity and race. In the internet community, it spurred discussions about responsibility, development, and the necessity of empathy and compassion.
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