Martha Stewart blames Craig Melvin for 'homeless' Halloween costume - Yahoo News New Zealand
Martha Stewart is facing backlash for a Halloween costume that mocked homelessness, which she blamed on a chocolate spill caused by Craig Melvin. Stewart has since apologized for the insensitivity of the costume.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the intersection of celebrity culture, social media accountability, and public sensitivity toward homelessness.
Hear this story Martha Stewart isn't ready to accept blame for her Halloween costume that ruffled some feathers.
Stewart, 85, is blaming the "Today" show for the Halloween costume mishap that drew criticism from the public for mocking people experiencing homelessness.
Stewart's Halloween outfit sparked backlash after she posted a since-deleted photo on Oct. 31 showing her in ripped jeans, a cream cardigan and a black knit cap, holding a sign that read, "I AM HUNGRY HELP ME!!"
Stewart said "Today" show co-anchor Craig Melvin's chocolate spill is what lead to her outfit choice, according to comments she made on stage at the CrossCountry Mortgage Sales Rally in Orlando, Florida, on Nov. 3.
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