's Natalia was slammed by fans for being 'homophobic' as 2024 begins. With the show's first episode during the holiday month, they . She and Ava got into a in-depth conversation that Ava happened to record.
She now has proof of Natalia expressing her negative opinion of queer people. She said: " ..
. or whatever alphabet soup they are calling themselves these days..
. They just, they are flighty just not serious about life." Additionally, she said that Christina and Allison's relationship was "a little too unconventional for [her] liking," adding that they weren't a "normal couple" and that she's worried paparazzi might see them and spur a scandal.
However, Ava argued that, in 2024, many people are more understanding, including Sonny, and stood up for the relationship and gay people. However, Natalie said she's not "of the same mind," calling herself "old-fashioned." Fans were split about the impact of the scene with some calling for the show to reevaluate how they handle LGBTQIA+ issues in the future.
They argued that giving a platform to homophobic rhetoric in 2024 could have a negative impact. However, other fans applauded the show's realism and reflection of issues off-screen. "It’s 2024.
.. why is this woman on my screen saying how scandalous it will be if her daughter is seen holding hands with another woman.
.. in pride month.
.. Can we get rid of her yet!?!" one fan called for Natalia to be booted from the story all together.
Another shaded the show's writers, saying: "T.
