Controversy

Sam Okyere took to his Instagram in early August 2020 to condemn the use of Blackface in a graduation photo by a student from a high school in South Korea.^[4] His post was quickly met with criticism and caused controversy^[5][6] for his reproaching the use of the derogatory theatrical make-up formally used to caricature and play on the racial stereotypes of black people.^[7]

Controversy was raised for his highlighting the issue where he was accused of openly criticising the incident in an ill-natured way, as well as failing to ask for permission to re-post the image on his Instagram.^[8][5] He has since deleted the post and apologised for the post.

Okyere has since spoken after this issue in a BBC News podcast,^[9][10] wishing to highlight and create conversation to better gather understanding in regards to racial social issues. He has previously spoken on the issue of blackface used in the entertainment industry.^[11]

New backlash has arisen following a comment made on a photo of himself and actress Park Eun-hye in March 2019 by replying to a comment that was deemed suggestive.^[12]

Okyere has deleted his Instagram account due to additional backlash for the comment.^[13]

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