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At a São Paulo hotel on March 21, Chappell Roan made headlines after allegedly causing soccer player Jorgingho’s 11-year-old daughter to cry. Whether true or not, the moment became a phenomenon, plastered everywhere from The New York Times to social media platforms.

The internet is always eager for any bit of celebrity gossip, blowing minor incidents into lasting controversies, especially when the missteps involve women. Yet, men like Kanye West have continued their careers largely unhindered, despite widely reported Nazi allegiance and abusive behavior. His recent album Bully even broke records, showing how his actions do not have consequences, opposing the standards female celebrities are held up to.

Misogynistic hate trains take precedence over holding truly problematic figures accountable, and it goes deeper than simple celebrity gossip. Generation Z seems more focused on pop culture than on politics or news, pushing more pressing matters aside in favor of fast-turnaround entertainment.

While some argue that Gen Z effectively uses mainstream culture to advocate, the reality is humor and posting memes online can’t........

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