Posted by Sabrina B. @gametimegirl
Many people believe white people shouldn’t paint their faces black for Halloween. It’s one of those things you just don’t do. Well, Phoenix Coyotes player Raffi Torres dressed up as Jay-Z this year and is now being called racist.
BUT he is a huge Jay-Z fan, so my question is – Is it still wrong? His motives behind the costume were innocent and it was a dedication to one of his favorite artists (his wife dressed up as Beyonce).
Check it out after the jump & let us know what you think….
Was it racist when D.Wade dressed as Justin Timberlake?
Normally I’d say it’s a bad idea… but would a Jay-Z mask make it less offensive? If so, then how’s that make any sense that this would be considered racist?
Give the guy a blowout and he’s suddenly Pauly D lol
No I have no issue with it. He actually looks like Jay, and if he’s a fan so be it. I’m black and I think we’re too sensitive. O say cool.
No,It’s not offensive. The guy’s just tryna show the world,he’s a huge fan of Jigga Man.
I dont think he was being racist.I think it’s a good look. IFWT.
The only thing offensive is the idea of ppl debating whether or not it’s racist! He pulled it off nicely! Def a good look.
People dont even understand what racist means. This isnt hurting anybody. Whats so offensive about painting yourself the skin colour of another person in order to imitate them? Especially for halloween. And why is this only thought of as offensive towards black people? If a black man painted himself white nobody would give a damn. I dont honestly think 1 black person would find this anything but funny. Its all bullshit.