Katy Perry 'fixed' Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech to celebrate Pride Month

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In a bold move, pop icon Katy Perry has taken a stand for the LGBTQ+ community and women’s rights. She has reimagined a controversial commencement speech by NFL star Harrison Butker, transforming it into a celebration of diversity.

 

Butker’s original address, delivered at Benedictine College in Kansas, had sparked controversy due to its views on gender roles and the LGBTQ+ community. Perry, known for her advocacy for LGBTQ+ and women’s rights, responded by editing Butker’s speech The revised version, shared on Instagram, highlights women’s accomplishments and celebrates Pride Month.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The edited video features Butker’s words rearranged to convey a message of support for women and the LGBTQ+ community. Perry’s version of the speech includes Butker congratulating the women in the audience on their achievements. The video concludes with ‘Butker’ wishing the crowd a happy Pride Month.

 

Perry’s post, captioned "Fixed this for my girls, my graduates, and my gays — you can do anything," has been hailed as a powerful statement for Pride Month. This act underscores the importance of supporting diversity and inclusion.

 

This story raises an intriguing question: How can public figures use their platforms to promote positive change? Share your thoughts below.

 

 

Read more:

• https://www.today.com/popculture/news/katy-perry-harrison-butker-edited-speech-rcna155115
• https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/katy-perry-harrison-butker-pride-month-b2555283.html
• https://people.com/katy-perry-edits-harrison-butker-controversial-speech-for-pride-month-8657104
• https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/katy-perry-harrison-butker-speech-edited-version/

 

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