Former Pussycat Dolls member Nicole Scherzinger, who’s currently wowing audiences on Broadway in Sunset Blvd. , recently found herself in hot water over a social media post. It all started when she commented on a photo shared by comedian Russell Brand, who was sporting a red hat similar to Trump’s “Make America Great Again” cap, but with the words “Make Jesus First Again. ” Scherzinger’s enthusiastic response to the hat set off a firestorm of criticism online.

Scherzinger, who’s been a supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights and even backed Barack Obama’s presidential campaign, was seen by many as endorsing Trump. This didn’t sit well with her fans, especially given her prominent role in the Broadway community, which is heavily supported by the LGBTQIA+ community.

Facing backlash, Scherzinger quickly deleted her comment and issued an apology on her Instagram Story. She explained that she hadn’t realized her comment could be misinterpreted as political and emphasized her support for marginalized communities. Despite her apology, the damage was done. Many fans felt betrayed, arguing that her career had been kept afloat by LGBTQIA+ supporters for years.

The controversy even sparked jokes about her chances at a Tony nomination, with some suggesting the lights at the St. James Theatre, where Sunset Blvd. is playing, might be dimmed in her honor. Since the controversy started, Scherzinger and her reps have remained silent, but updates could be on the way.

Nicole Scherzinger's Social Media Post Sparks Controversy

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