Zendaya’s Sparks Backlash With Jewelry Choice When Promoting The Odyssey
Actress Zendaya faced public backlash for wearing 3,000-year-old Iranian gold medallions as earrings during a promotional event for the film The Odyssey. Critics and historians argued that the artifacts should be in museums rather than used as fashion accessories.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing debates regarding cultural heritage, the ethics of displaying ancient artifacts, and the impact of celebrity influence on historical preservation.
Key takeaways Powered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to generate key points from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Zendaya faced backlash for wearing 3,000-year-old Iranian gold medallions as earrings while promoting a film in London. The earrings were made from Iranian gold medallions dating back to the 1st millennium BC and were mounted by a London-based jeweler with diamonds. Historians, archaeologists, and social media critics condemned Zendaya's look, stating that the priceless artefacts belong in museums rather than on a red carpet. See more Zendaya recently sparked backlash after wearing 3,000-year-old Iranian gold medallions as earrings when promoting Christopher Nolan 's film The Odyssey in London.
The actress, who plays Athena in the new blockbuster, accessorised her white Jacquemus gown at the London photocall with large gold earrings.
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