Shaunie O’ Neal just wanted to kick off her 2020 with a fresh start, and some positivity–but the people have not forgotten or forgiven her for all the drama that surrounded ‘Basketball Wives‘ last season, specifically as it pertains to the bullying and colorism of castmate/fan fave, OG Chijindu.
The BBW’s executive producer and star took to social media on Tuesday (Jan. 7) to reveal that she would be participating in a Women’s Empowerment Event hosted by VH1, that will bring together several influential women and stars from VH1 shows such as ‘Love & Hip Hop‘ and her own.
I’m joining some of the ladies of @VH1 VH1 for a live inspirational event designed to encourage & empower! Don’t miss this event that brings the baddest boss ladies together on stage to talk money, power & love. Visit https://t.co/YLP7QQIeTo for details. #Baltimore & #ATL pic.twitter.com/mOWHastnfD
— Shaunie O’Neal (@ShaunieONeal) January 7, 2020
The accompanying flyer featured images of Jackie Christie, Amara La Negra, and Toya Johnson (formerly Wright) who are slated to appear on the panel.
Immediately upon sharing, Shaunie was swarmed by commenters (still furious with her) who were not here for her being part of a Women’s Empowerment, when her reputation of empowering and supporting women, has been questionable.
@ShaunieONeal doesn’t empower or support woman! She got her money and fame from her ex. Then used it to produce a show to cut down other woman, make them look angry and “crazy”, and humiliate them. Her show doesn’t empower woman in anyway. It uses them for her benafit.
— BoB (@BOBohohBOB) January 7, 2020
Thank u we too dark for her taste but u know we #BlackGold
— Duchess Squires (@DuchessSquires) January 8, 2020
You must not watch Basketball Wives. Team OG.
— Leveled🔥 (@LevelHe54632403) January 8, 2020
Lmao girl by. Inspirational to who?
— Tabby (@AvocadoTabs) January 8, 2020
She’s too hypocritical to be hosting such after that season.
— heiress (@Ndivhu_Mutula) January 7, 2020
When you hold these events is it for all women or women of color?
— Mary (@Mary21838216) January 7, 2020
— Mrs.Claus 🤶🏾🎄 (@Jamz_Mitch) January 7, 2020
But the gag is, you’ve promoted the exact opposite since you’ve created the BBW franchise. 😞 pic.twitter.com/6ZqcThgJjH
— Ganya (@ImSmarterThanUu) January 7, 2020
Whhhuuuuuutttt? Lol. Are u serious? U do know what show u produce with VH1, right? Lol.
— ayanna shanks (@Ayannasez) January 8, 2020
Who exactly are u empowering? Bullies?..Have several seats
— Cookie (@ifylish) January 8, 2020
The dragging continued over on her Instagram, where she shared the same post. You can get into some of the comments by clicking in below.
The news comes weeks after it was reported that Shaunie had been demoted from her highly touted executive producer role on ‘Basketball Wives,’ which she has so far denied.
