Brian Szasz received criticism online for deciding to attend a Blink-182 concert on the same day his stepfather’s submersible lost contact. His stepfather, British billionaire Hamish Harding, was among the five people who died when the submersible imploded during a deep dive into the Titanic wreck. Internet users criticized Szasz for posting about the concert while his stepfather was missing, and one of his critics was rapper Cardi B.
Cardi B expressed her dissatisfaction with Szasz’s choice on Instagram, questioning why he would attend a concert while his stepfather was missing. She suggested that it would be more appropriate for him to stay home and express sadness over the situation. She also expressed surprise that someone with immense wealth could seemingly be disregarded by others, emphasizing the value of being loved during difficult times.
In response, Szasz defended his actions on Twitter, criticizing Cardi B for trying to gain attention from his family’s suffering. He explained that he attended the concert as a way to cope, rather than staying at home and watching the news.
Cardi B fired back on Twitter, standing by her initial stance. She clarified that she intended to highlight the concern for the missing individuals on the submarine, contrasting it with Szasz’s engagement with explicit content on OnlyFans and attending concerts. She criticized his apparent search for attention, suggesting that he only became known after mentioning his stepfather’s situation. She also mentioned that people dislike “spoiled brat billionaires” because they are disconnected from the realities faced by others and lack empathy.
The exchange between Cardi B and the stepson of the late billionaire received attention and generated mixed reactions from the public. Some supported Cardi B’s viewpoint, appreciating her call for empathy and condemning Szasz’s perceived insensitivity. Others argued that individuals cope with difficult situations differently and should not be judged solely based on their actions during trying times.
