Celebrity chef Rachael Ray has been caught in a storm of controversy for a fashion choice made by a stylist during a Dunkin’ Donuts commercial shoot.
The advertisement that appeared on the web featured the talk show host in a fringed black and white scarf that resembles the black and white checkered Kaffiyeh which is the traditional Palestinian scarf.
The similar scarf represents murderous Palestinian jihad and has been worn by Muslim terrorists during hostage videos. Rachael Ray wearing the scarf in the ad suggested to some the symbolic support for Muslim extremism and terrorism.
Dunkin’ Donuts has made the decision to pull the ad and has stated that “absolutely no symbolism was intended.”
5 responses so far ↓
wiqqy // May 29th 2008 at 1:43 pm (edit)
bull shit, i cant believe that wearing a scarf could pose a threat.
christyz // May 29th 2008 at 1:55 pm (edit)
Although I agree with your point of view I would appreciate those leaving comments to refrain from swearing if possible. I wouldn’t leave a rude comment on your blog Wiggy.
ejobtips // May 29th 2008 at 10:57 pm (edit)
Ridiculous! I am angry to begin with because though jihads may have worn this type of scarf, thousands of normal, innocent people have worn this type of scarf as well. The thing that truly makes me furious though, is that Dunkin Donuts, by pulling the ad, is basically agreeing with these people who stereotype.
akademiker vergleich private krankenversicherung // May 31st 2008 at 4:29 pm (edit)
I like stylist during a Dunkin’ Donuts commercial shoot.I choose her all design.
Jared // Jun 3rd 2008 at 12:31 am (edit)
When I heard this the other morning, I couldn’t help but break out into uncontrollable laughter.
Leave a Comment