Oprah Winfrey has finally addressed the online hate she received for trying to help Maui wildfire victims!
Following the devastating disaster that hit Hawaii Island in August, the billionaire businessman teamed up with Dwayne Johnson to create the “Maui People’s Fund.” They each supported the project with $5 million from their own pockets and asked others to donate.
However, the dynamic couple’s willingness to help a devastated community is not well met. Many, including stars like Nick Cannon, criticized the couple for seeking help from the public, given their vast wealth.
Weeks after the backlash, the TV personality opened up about her feelings.
Oprah Winfrey Says Criticism of Maui Relief Fund Makes Her More Compassionate
The Kosciusko native recently sat down with the CBS Mornings host along with his co-author, Arthur C. Brooks, to promote their latest book, “Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier.”
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When asked about her thoughts on the negative feedback she received for launching the “Maui People’s Fund,” the media personality claimed she has nothing but love in her heart. Referring to her new book, the first black female billionaire said:
“It’s a very good thing to be happier in the midst of online bullying and slander. I will say this I came out of this experience with more compassion for young people.
The host of “The Oprah Winfrey Show” admitted that online hate would have negatively affected her life if she didn’t have the “Invictus guarantee,” which made her realize that she is in charge of her fate and her soul.
Despite the insults, the entertainer cares more about the people of Maui and feels terrible that the focus is shifting from this critical figure to what the public believes he did wrong. Before creating the fundraising project, Winfrey revealed she had been working behind the scenes to figure out how best to help the island.
The Kosciusko native revealed that he initially supported the victim by providing “material things” such as “a generator and towels.” But when he asked people what they needed, they asked for their agency.
Then Gayle King’s son sent her an article about Dolly Parton’s crowdfunding during the 2017 Gatlinburg wildfires. Inspired by the country music icon, she worked with The Rocks team to create a structure to put the funds raised directly into people’s bank accounts.
“I am very excited. I was really excited about it, and then I woke up the next day, and I saw all this abuse, and I was, like, ‘Whoa, what’s going on here?’” the 69-year-old confessed.
“And the model that has been created, I would say that as of today, 2,200 people have been cleared and verified, and that person will get a notice from the Maui People’s Fund and will get the money,” the business tycoon said. .
Nick Cannon Slams Oprah Winfrey & Dwayne Johnson For Seeking Donations
Days before the media mogul addressed the backlash he received for his Maui fundraiser, Nick Cannon slammed him and Johnson. The comedian attacked the two during an episode of “The Daily Cannon Show.”
During a live radio session, the “Love Don’t Cost A Thing” actress and her co-host weighed in on the criticism the couple has received for asking for funds despite their wealthy status. Joining the hate train, the father of twelve claims the backlash makes sense.
“They’re the richest people in the world,” the TV personality responded when co-host Courtney Bee disagreed with her statement. Fellow presenter Mason Moussette supported Cannon, claiming Winfrey and Johnson should feel a responsibility to help. “I think it’s part of your responsibility to give back,” he said.
When Bee praised the Kosciusko native for doing more than enough to support Maui residents with his aid allocation, the “Wild ‘n Out” star reiterated his distaste for Winfrey’s methods. “It’s bad taste for a billionaire to ask anyone for money. I don’t care what the situation is,” declared the 42-year-old player.
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