Adidas Faces Backlash Over Pride Campaign Featuring Transgender Model
- Adidas released a “Let Love Be Your Legacy” collection and campaign featuring a transgender model in a woman's swimsuit.
- The campaign aimed to promote inclusivity but was criticized for erasing women and alienating customers.
- Conservatives accused Adidas of pushing a “woke” agenda while supporters applauded the company for inclusion.
- Adidas collaborated with South African designer Rich Mnisi and Athlete Ally, an LGBTQ advocacy group, on the campaign.
- Critics argued the campaign emphasized the model's genitalia while supporters said it challenged narrow views of gender.