The Grammy-winning singer is speaking out about alleged harassment that has been plaguing his family, which comes as he and his wife, Margaret Zhang, prepare to welcome their second child together.
Miguel opened up about the attacks in a lengthy statement posted to Instagram, in which he describes what he says has been a difficult year for his loved ones. According to the artist, his family has faced racism, harassment, stalking, and privacy invasions.
“There is a difference between public commentary and abuse,” he began. “Over the past year, my family and the people i love have been subjected to racism, harassment, stalking, invasions of privacy, and false allegations.”
The singer continued: “Recent racist and anti-Asian attacks directed at my partner – including comments and DMs, as well as abusive comments about my child – crossed a line that should require no explanation. People can have opinions about me. about the music. about the work. I accept the realities that come with doing anything in public.”
“But racism, threats, harassment, stalking, invasions of privacy, and targeting of children are abuse. not opinion,” Miguel asserted. “It doesn’t become acceptable because someone dresses it up as criticism, fandom, speculation, or ‘concern.’ Responsibility also lies with organizations and individuals that knowingly amplify or enable racism, harassment, or false allegations for attention and engagement.”
The singer wrapped up his statement by writing, “If you participate in this behavior, you are not supporting me. you are not part of this community. Where legal and ethical lines have been crossed, action has been and will continue to be taken. To everyone who has treated my family with kindness, dignity, and respect: we see you. we deeply appreciate you.”
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