Garcelle Beauvais Reacts To Rumors About Haitian Immigrants Eating Cats and Dogs!
Garcelle Beauvais Reacts To Rumors About Haitian Immigrants Eating Cats and Dogs!
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Garcelle Beauvais has spoken up to defend the Haitian community after harmful and rumors circulated about Haitian immigrants.
In a heartfelt Instagram video, Garcelle expressed her frustration over the baseless claims made by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance, alleging that Haitian immigrants in Ohio were eating dogs and cats.
Standing Against Racism and Hate
“Staying silent in the face of racism and hate is something that I refuse to do,” Garcelle passionately said. The actress, who moved from Haiti to the United States before making her Hollywood debut, voiced her frustration with the lies that have targeted her community. She described these rumors as “disgusting, deeply hurtful, and dangerous,” calling for an end to the perpetuation of such hateful rhetoric.
Garcelle, along with the Haitian community, has been deeply affected by the rumors, which were sparked in early September when Sen. Vance claimed immigrants were eating pets in Springfield, Ohio. During the September 10 presidential debate, Trump echoed these unfounded allegations. Despite immediate pushback from Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and debate moderators, who clarified there was “no evidence” to support the claims, the damage had been done. Threats against the Haitian community surged, both in Ohio and online.
More Than Politics: It’s About Humanity
In her video, Garcelle emphasized that this issue transcends politics. “Now, this is not about politics. It’s about humanity,” she said, standing firm in her support for the Haitian community. “We must condemn this kind of hatred, this kind of racism, for anyone,” she continued. Garcelle vowed not to allow anyone to exploit her community for personal gain, no matter the circumstances. Her message was clear: such harmful rhetoric must not be tolerated.
Proud of Her Haitian Roots
While many fans know Garcelle as a beloved housewife from *RHOBH*, she took a moment to remind her followers of her roots. “I love my country and I’ve always been proud to say I’m Haitian,” she shared. Garcelle has long been vocal about her Haitian heritage and her journey from Saint-Marc, Haiti, to Hollywood stardom. In her memoir Love Me As I Am, Garcelle details her life as a Haitian immigrant and the challenges she faced in both her personal and professional life. Despite the negative connotations surrounding Haiti in the past, Garcelle has never shied away from proudly embracing her heritage.
Encouraging Voter Engagement
As the video continued, Garcelle encouraged everyone to use their power to vote, stressing that voting is one of the most impactful ways to drive change. “The power we have is the power to vote, to register and vote and stop this madness, this chaos,” she said. Garcelle urged her followers to take action and push back against the growing spread of hate and misinformation.
In a heartfelt closing, she emphasized that we should be uplifting each other and doing more to create a compassionate world. “It’s just not okay to treat people like this. We’re supposed to be uplifting each other, from our leaders to our neighbors,” she said, calling on everyone to put an end to the lies and hate that have caused harm to the Haitian community. Press play below to listen.
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Looking Ahead
As Garcelle continues to use her platform to speak out against racism, her passionate plea for action serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for truth and justice. With the Haitian community facing unjust attacks, her voice has become a beacon of hope for many. “This has got to stop, and we have to do something about it,” she concluded, hoping to inspire her followers to take a stand against hate.
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Avigail is an Entertainment blogger at All About The Tea, who specializes in The Real Housewives of Atlanta and The Real Housewives of Potomac. Avigail has a background in marketing. She’s a Brooklynite living in the Bahamas, with a passion for travel, writing, reality TV watching, pop culture and spoken word.