Note: This article revisits a story that originally gained attention in June 2017.
Pop star Jessica Simpson faced criticism after sharing photos on Instagram of her young daughter wearing a bikini.
The well-known singer posted three pictures of her daughter, Maxwell, riding a scooter in what appears to be their backyard. Maxwell, wearing a helmet, slip-on sneakers, sunglasses, and a ruffled two-piece swimsuit, was captioned by her mom with “safety first.”
The photos received mixed reactions, with some users questioning Simpson’s choice of swimwear for her daughter.
“She’s too young to be in a bikini, she’s only five,” commented one Instagram user.
Another remarked, “It’s okay as long as she doesn’t grow up to be like her mother.”
Others criticized Simpson for what they deemed inappropriate: “Why would you sexualize your daughter and share a photo like this on Instagram for the world to see? Let her grow up and decide if she wants such pictures online. But for her own mother to do this is unsettling.”
Some users felt the photo was “too much too soon,” stating it was “not cool in a world filled with pervs.”
Another commenter observed, “Those poses and bikini with duck lips are quite adult-like. I understand why people are questioning the sexualization of a young girl.”
A few users were less concerned about the bikini itself but noted the absence of other protective gear like knee or elbow pads.
Despite the negative comments, many supporters defended Simpson, praising the singer and actress.
“Beautiful!!!” wrote one supporter. “She’s adorable and you can post whatever you want. Don’t let anyone shame your beautiful family. They are the ones with issues.”
Others thanked Simpson for ensuring her daughter wore a helmet, while some urged critics to mind their own business.
“I don’t usually follow celebrity Instagrams, but those criticizing this photo have issues,” read one comment. “I see a young girl having fun and standing strong. This is what a little girl in a swimsuit looks like, nothing more.”
Simpson has faced similar debates before. In 2012, when Maxwell was a baby, Simpson shared a photo of her in her first bikini with Katie Couric, according to Perez Hilton, indicating she is no stranger to “mom-shaming” regarding her daughter’s photos.
Sources: Jessica Simpson/Instagram, Perez Hilton
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