“D*mn, y’all put Ariel Back in the Ocean” – Netizens React to Halle Bailey Deactivating Social Media Amid DDG Drama

On November 7, Halle Bailey stirred significant conversation in the media after deciding to deactivate her accounts on social media platform X. This action followed her vocal criticism of her ex-boyfriend, DDG, regarding his decision to feature their 10-month-old son, Halo, in a Twitch live stream hosted by Kai Cenat on November 6, which was subsequently uploaded to YouTube.

“Hi everyone. Just so you know, I am out of town and I don’t approve of my baby being on a stream tonight. I wasn’t told or notified and I am extremely upset to have my baby in front of millions of people. I am his mother and protector and saddened that I wasn’t notified especially when I am out of town,” Bailey expressed on X.

Following this tweet, Bailey faced backlash from the online community, which led to her deactivating both her X and Instagram accounts just hours later. This incident has ignited a mix of responses from netizens. For instance, one user, addressing the situation on The Shade Room’s post, joked:

“D*mn, y’all done put Ariel back in the ocean.”

A netizen mocks Halle Bailey. (Image via Instagram/@theshaderoom)

The flurry of reactions continued to unfold on X, with some users expressing humor at her decision. A few notable comments included:

“Halle Bailey deactivated because weaponizing her fanbase against DDG didn’t work LMFAOOOOOOOOOOO.”

“Halle deleted her account. Girl, it was never that serious. You should’ve just texted your baby daddy.”

“Halle Bailey is such a bird brain. I’m sorry, trying to weaponize her son against his daddy, and when the public opinion isn’t on your side, deactivating.”

Conversely, others rallied in support of the singer, empathizing with her situation:

“Halle deactivated her account because of DDG fans yikes, having to co-parent with a man-child is the worst.”

“Halle has deactivated her Instagram and Twitter accounts. We’re sending her lots of love and positive energy her way!”

“I understand why Halle Bailey deactivated. I would absolutely hate Twitter as a celeb. Even your own fanbase will bully you over your personal choices and preferences.”

“See, the social media tension led Halle to deactivate. She should have done this a while ago for her mental health. People here are mean, and I think Gen Z celebs don’t get it.”

In an indirect response, DDG shared a brief clip on Instagram, offering some insight into his life lessons, emphasizing the importance of resilience and perseverance.

Navigating Halle Bailey and DDG’s Relationship

The relationship timeline of Halle Bailey and DDG began in December 2021, although they kept their connection relatively private until the following year. They made their first public appearance at the BET Awards in June 2022, subsequently attending various award ceremonies, movie openings, and other events together.

The couple welcomed their son Halo in December 2023, sharing moments with their baby from their travels through Europe shortly after. However, in an unexpected twist, they publicly announced their separation in October 2024. DDG addressed their fans via an Instagram story, stating:

“Dear friends and supporters, after much reflection and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways. This decision wasn’t easy, but we believe it’s the best path forward for both of us. I cherish the time we’ve spent together and the love we shared.”

He reassured their fans that both their love and friendship would persist, emphasizing that they would focus on co-parenting Halo while pursuing their respective journeys. Meanwhile, Bailey, in a recent interview with E! News, reiterated her priorities, highlighting the importance of her son and the concept of “self-love.”

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