Martha Stewart Responds to Backlash Over Halloween Costume

Martha Stewart has responded to backlash after posting a Halloween costume that depicted her as a homeless person. The entrepreneur shared a photo on Instagram showing her in ripped clothing, with a sign that read "I Am Hungry Help Me!!" The post was part of a promotion for her QVC candle line but was quickly deleted due to negative reactions.

In a statement, Stewart expressed that she was "distressed" by the response, clarifying that her intention was to raise awareness about homelessness, a cause she is passionate about. She stated, "I am distressed that my Halloween costume yesterday, which was intended to bring more awareness to the very serious subject of homelessness, has offended people, which was never my intention." Stewart emphasized her commitment to supporting charities that address homelessness and reiterated her dedication to making a difference. Despite the controversy, she returned to social media shortly after to share a post about saffron.