Amanda Seales has never been afraid to speak her mind about the entertainment industry, and once again, she didn’t hold back during a rant on social media. The “Insecure” actress claims that Black Hollywood refuses to show her as much love as she deserves.
“I just wanna say something. If it wasn’t for y’all, I would really think that I ain’t doing s— ,” Seales said. “Because the industry I’m in does not recognize me. To be clear, I’m speaking about the Black spaces in the industry I’m in cause y’all know I don’t give two d—- about any of these other spaces. I’ve realized I need to shift out of this industry.”
Seales continued, naming several awards shows that she hasn’t been a part of in recent times.
“I don’t get invited to Essence Women in Hollywood. I’ve never been invited to the NAACP Image Awards. I’ve been nominated for an Image Award, never been invited to the NAACP Image Awards. Never been honored at Black Girls Rock. I’ve hosted these events. I literally hosted the BET Awards in 2020 in my house, and I was not invited to the BET Awards since,” Seales said.
“I just want to thank y’all for always reminding me that I really am valuable because the game and the industry that I’ve been in has never let me know.”
Others online offer their opinions on Amanda Seales
Social media has been hot and cold on Seales since her rant.
has anybody tried telling amanda seales that maybe she is the problem? none of your peers, events, colleagues invite you places because you are not enjoyable company 😭
— lil peanut 🥜 (@such_A_frknlady) March 18, 2024
However, I admire Amanda Seales and value her crucial, challenging work. Many prefer popularity over difficult discussions. We must ensure a safer environment for our community in this tough world.
— Lauren Taylor, MPA (@MsLaurenLorde) March 18, 2024
If EVERYBODY is saying the same thing about Amanda Seales then it must be some truth there 🤷🏾♂️ pic.twitter.com/y9P4jJ1iHc
— NOT TODAY NECK! (@Freexone_) March 18, 2024
We need to have a serious conversation about people pleasers & only then will y’all understand why not liking Amanda Seales is people pleasing. The people that don’t like Amanda are people pleasers trying to disassociate themselves from her.
— B.A.P. 🇸🇩🇭🇹🇵🇸🇨🇩 (@prettiestjas_) March 18, 2024
I hate when people like Amanda Seales, that live their lives as provocateurs rubbing people the wrong way, start acting surprised that people don’t rock with them. You’re annoying and no one wants to be around you. Don’t blame Black spaces for your bad personality. pic.twitter.com/2OjrTSAvLv
— Joshua Walker (@Joshyoutrippin) March 18, 2024
