On social media, many viewers were stunned after a viral video showed an influencer being criticized for publicly mocking a man on a date over menu prices.
Influencer sparks backlash for public criticism
An influencer has faced harsh criticism after publicly shaming a man on a date for saying he couldn’t afford a menu item.
Viral footage captured the influencer, identified as Messie Cee, ridiculing the man at a Chili’s restaurant.
Cee expressed frustration over hearing the man tell his date that a particular meal was too expensive.
Influencer’s remarks spark outrage
In the video, Cee narrated the situation while panning the camera toward the couple. He mocked the man for budgeting his meal choice.
“She wanted to order something. Her man said, ‘You can’t get that. I don’t have enough money for that,’” Cee said.
He continued by criticizing the man’s financial situation.
“Ain’t no way my husband would take me to Chili’s and I can’t get whatever I want,” he stated.
“This isn’t even Ruth’s Chris. This is Chili’s! Everything is $18 and under.”
Advice to leave sparks more controversy
Cee ended the video with advice for the woman.
“She needs to run,” he said. “If he can’t buy you Chili’s – they got a 2-for-20 here – you need to leave.”
The video quickly gained millions of views, but rather than supporting Cee, social media users turned on him.
Social media users condemn influencer’s actions
@thejoeyswoll Be grateful for what you have. NEVER use it as a reason to shame or bully those that are less fortunate than you.
The video quickly gained millions of views, but instead of shaming the man in question, most users turned against Messie Cee. Many criticized his behavior, calling it insensitive and unnecessary.
While, other also criticized Cee’s approach, arguing that public shaming was inappropriate.
One person said: This video says more about you than it does them.
A second wrote: Instead of shaming them, offer to buy them dinner!
A third sarcastically added: Man, you’re at Chili’s acting fancy.
Another added: You never know what people are personally going through. Mind your own business.
Someone else said: What’s worse is going out on a date and getting seated next to a crew like him and his peeps.
Another user added: He was with his crew but buddy was with his girl. They probably enjoyed themselves.
Fitness influencer responds with powerful message
Fitness influencer Joey ‘Swoll’ Sergo weighed in, sharing the video on Valentine’s Day with a strong message against Cee’s actions.
“This video is so sad, so disappointing to see,” Sergo said.
He emphasized the financial struggles many people face and reflected on his own experiences.
“Times are hard for a lot of people. There are couples who can’t afford to go out to eat tonight. I know how that feels. I’ve been that guy.”
Sergo then called on Cee to rethink his behavior.
“Be grateful that you have enough money to buy what you want. Instead of shaming this man, mind your own business.”
His response resonated with many, reinforcing the idea that kindness and empathy should prevail over public ridicule.