Model slammed for 'racist' Melania Trump impression at AMAs

Supermodel Gigi Hadid is facing backlash on Twitter for her "racist" impression of Melania Trump during an appearance at the American Music Awards (AMAs) late Sunday.

Using a fake Eastern European accent, Hadid mocked Trump for plagiarizing portions of first lady Michelle ObamaMichelle ObamaMichelle Obama welcomes White House Christmas tree Gigi Hadid: I’m sorry for mocking Melania Netflix film 'Barry' to examine a young Obama MORE's 2008 speech at the Democratic National Convention.

"I love my husband, President Barack Obama. And our children, Sasha and Malia," Hadid said.

But her skit didn't sit well with many viewers, who called it "racist" and told her she should "stick to modeling." 

 

"Gigi Hadid Does a Melania Impression at the #AMAs"
Hey, isn't it "racist" to make fun of an immigrant's accent?https://t.co/pq68tkC891

— Larry Elder (@larryelder) November 21, 2016

 

Gigi hadid is "anti bullying", but then turns around and bullyies melania trump for her accent & face. Classless. @GiGiHadid #amas

— Lauren James (@LaurenJlovalova) November 21, 2016

 

Remember kids, you can only denigrate women and mock immigrants if you are progressive. 

Gigi, as Melania.

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— Leah the Boss (@LeahRBoss) November 21, 2016