Blue Ivy faced criticism online for wearing a ‘Mufasa’ gown deemed too mature, but a Disney alum defended the young star.
Recently, Blue Ivy Carter, the daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, faced criticism over her dress at the premiere of *Mufasa: The Lion King*.
Many people online felt that the gown was too mature for a 12-year-old.
However, Disney star Christina Milian stepped up to defend Blue Ivy, calling the backlash inappropriate.
Blue Ivy attended the *Mufasa* premiere with confidence.
Blue Ivy attended the premiere on December 9, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
She wore a stunning gold ball gown designed by Christian Siriano.
This gown was custom-made and showcased her role as the voice of Kiara, a lioness in the upcoming animated film.
Alongside her famous parents, Blue Ivy looked confident as she walked the red carpet.
Backlash from social media
Despite her beautiful appearance, many social media users expressed their disapproval.
Some commenters felt that Blue Ivy’s gown made her look older than her age.
One user wrote that the dress and makeup gave her a “20-something” appearance.
Another noted that the outfit was inappropriate for a child, emphasizing that many options would better suit her age.
Critics pointed out that the dress featured a strapless design and some makeup that seemed too heavy.
This led to discussions about how children should dress and how society views young girls.
Some argued that the gown was not age-appropriate and that Blue Ivy looked uncomfortable.
Wow! She’s 12?!?! She looks like she’s 21! The dress looks gorgeous on her, but yes, she should have been dressed in something a little more age appropriate, one user said.
It’s not her, but rather the disgusting parents she has, the second user wrote.
I asked my 8 1/2 year-old if she thinks it’s okay for a 12-year-old young girl to wear this and I showed her this picture and she said definitely not, the third user added.
Many 12 year old girls dress like this for pageants and no one bats an eye. I don’t like her mom or her dad, but I will say she looked very beautiful, another said.
Disney alum defends Blue Ivy against criticism of her ‘Mufasa’ gown online
In response to the negative comments, Christina Milian defended Blue Ivy during an appearance on the talk show Sherri.
She stated that it is not right for anyone to criticize a child, especially when it comes to their appearance.
Milian praised Blue Ivy, saying, “First of all, she looks gorgeous.
“I think the fact that anybody has anything to say about someone else’s daughter, any minor, I think just mind your business.
“She’s talented, she toured the world with her mom, like there’s nothing you can say. You can’t dim that shine.”
She urged people to mind their own business and not judge children harshly.
Milian indicated that Beyoncé and Jay-Z‘s daughter is a talented young girl who has already accomplished a lot.
She mentioned how Ivy has toured the world with her mother, Beyoncé, and that there is no reason to diminish her achievements or her shine.
Sherri then said that the girl acted “so poised” with Christina. The Disney star added: “’Let that baby glow!”
Celebrity culture puts young stars under intense scrutiny.
The attention surrounding Blue Ivy also brings to light the challenges of growing up in the public eye.
As the child of two high-profile celebrities, she is often in the spotlight, making her more vulnerable to scrutiny.
This situation can be difficult for any child, and it becomes even more challenging when negative comments are directed at them.
Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been very protective of their children.
Following the premiere, Jay-Z spoke out about the recent allegations against him, expressing concern for his family.
He worries about public scrutiny affecting his children, especially Blue Ivy, who may face questions from friends.