Actor Jared Padalecki has apologized and deleted a social media post that appeared to show support for celebrity blogger Perez Hilton. In a statement, Padalecki said he had “absolutely no idea” about Hilton’s past, which includes a history of publishing personal and sometimes harmful content about celebrities.
The controversy stems from Hilton’s history of cyberbullying and his role in the 2007 outing of TV host Neil Patrick Harris, among other incidents. Hilton has also been criticized for publishing photos of celebrities’ children without consent and for his involvement in the 2010 bullying case of singer Kesha, where he posted a photo of her with a caption that many interpreted as victim-blaming.
Padalecki, known for his roles in “Supernatural” and “Walker,” issued a follow-up post on social media, writing: “I had absolutely no idea about his past. I’m sorry.” He also deleted the original post, which had been shared on his Instagram account.
The incident has sparked discussions about the importance of researching public figures before endorsing them. Padalecki’s apology was met with mixed reactions, with some fans appreciating his quick correction and others criticizing his initial lack of awareness.
