The acclaimed singer Jiajia recently released a new album and was set to perform tonight at Legacy Taipei. However, in the past two days, her controversial comments about the Hualien typhoon disaster on Threads have sparked backlash online. Even though she has already apologized, many people remain unsatisfied. In response, Jiajia addressed netizens last night: “I’m sorry, I just hope everyone can get through this together.”
The Koinu Typhoon devastated Hualien, and Jiajia recently posted on Threads: “There’s no need to thank the government for any response; on this land, it is what they are supposed to do. Those in power should be helping, processing, and solving problems.” She also commented: “We live here! Those in power should be helping, processing, and solving problems. Who we should be thanking are the ‘civilian organizations’ for all they have contributed.” These remarks angered many netizens.
After being harshly criticized for her statements, Jiajia admitted last night that her comments were inappropriate, expressing apology and regret: “Thank you, everyone. I am just a child of Taiwan. I only said something wrong, please forgive me.” But she was further mocked: “I see, Jiajia, you are a 42-year-old child.” The controversy continues to escalate.
When a netizen asked: “I’d like to know what you meant—are you condemning the Hualien County government’s inaction?” Jiajia replied: “In the midst of disaster, we all have to help,” expressing her stance.
The Koinu Typhoon devastated Hualien, and Jiajia recently posted on Threads: “There’s no need to thank the government for any response; on this land, it is what they are supposed to do. Those in power should be helping, processing, and solving problems.” She also commented: “We live here! Those in power should be helping, processing, and solving problems. Who we should be thanking are the ‘civilian organizations’ for all they have contributed.” These remarks angered many netizens.
After being harshly criticized for her statements, Jiajia admitted last night that her comments were inappropriate, expressing apology and regret: “Thank you, everyone. I am just a child of Taiwan. I only said something wrong, please forgive me.” But she was further mocked: “I see, Jiajia, you are a 42-year-old child.” The controversy continues to escalate.
When a netizen asked: “I’d like to know what you meant—are you condemning the Hualien County government’s inaction?” Jiajia replied: “In the midst of disaster, we all have to help,” expressing her stance.