Brazilian singer and social media influencer MC Livinho faced severe backlash for his conduct during a live broadcast from the site of a tragic bus crash in Pirai, Rio de Janeiro, on September 21. The accident involved a bus carrying 45 passengers and resulted in the deaths of three athletes from the Coritiba Crocodiles, a Brazilian American football team.
Journalist Isabela Campos was reporting on the devastating accident when Livinho interrupted the live coverage by dancing and smiling in the background. Despite clear signals from the camera crew to cease his antics, he continued, seemingly unaware of the serious nature of the event.
The incident quickly went viral, sparking outrage across social media. Many condemned Livinho’s actions as insensitive and disrespectful to the victims and their mourning families. His persistence in dancing, despite the camera crew’s attempts to stop him, further fueled viewers’ anger, raising questions about his responsibility as a public figure.
Após cometer gafe e dançar em meio uma tragédia, MC Livinho pediu desculpas nas suas redes sociais e disse que vai ajudar as vítimas no que for preciso. pic.twitter.com/wAexuxHgh1
— INFO PB (@otaldopb) September 22, 2024
In response to the growing criticism, Livinho posted an apology video on social media. In the video, he offered condolences to those affected by the crash but failed to fully address the insensitivity of his earlier actions. He claimed, “Everyone was saying that an accident had happened, and here we are stuck in traffic. We didn’t know that any accident had happened, you know?” This statement was at odds with the footage showing him dancing behind the live broadcast.
Livinho continued, “I want to express my condolences for the loss you had, right? Because now that I went online, I saw fans saying, ‘It was an accident.’ So, my condolences to everyone… For those who know Livinho, I will never stop bringing you joy. I will never stop bringing you my self-esteem, my talk.” Many viewed his apology as insincere, seeing it as a superficial attempt to restore his reputation, which only intensified public outrage.
With 13.4 million Instagram followers, MC Livinho is one of Brazil’s most influential social media personalities and popular musical artists.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Times Now reports on Brazilian influencer MC Livinho facing backlash for dancing at a fatal bus crash scene, highlighting disrespect and lack of empathy in the moment.(read more)
- Outkick reports on Brazilian influencer MC Livinho dancing behind a news crew covering a fatal bus crash, highlighting his thoughtless and attention-seeking behavior amidst a tragic event.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What did MC Livinho do during the live broadcast?
MC Livinho danced and smiled behind the reporter covering a deadly bus crash.
Why are people angry at MC Livinho?
People are angry because his actions were seen as disrespectful and insensitive to the victims and their families.
How did MC Livinho respond to the backlash?
He posted an apology video, but many found it insincere and superficial.
What was the nature of the accident in Pirai, Rio de Janeiro?
The accident involved a bus carrying 45 passengers and resulted in the deaths of three athletes from the Coritiba Crocodiles.
How many followers does MC Livinho have on Instagram?
MC Livinho has 13.4 million followers on Instagram.
