Draya Michele is being dragged online after comparing her relationship with NBA star Jalen Green to the rumored romance between Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak.
Draya Michele is making headlines again, this time for her bold opinion on the rumored romance between Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak. The online community has been abuzz ever since images emerged of Mariah, 55, and Anderson, 38, enjoying what seemed to be an intimate dinner in Aspen, leading to speculation about a potential relationship.
Mariah and Anderson were spotted dining at the Mediterranean hotspot Duemani, and according to TMZ sources, the evening was filled with intimate moments. Anderson was reportedly seen kissing Mariah’s hand, and she was photographed resting her arm on his chest. Paparazzi later caught the two holding hands as they left the restaurant, fueling rumors of a romantic connection.
While fans appear to be supportive of Mariah, Draya has highlighted a significant double standard in the way the internet perceives relationships with age differences.
Although numerous fans rejoiced over the possible coupling, Draya seized the opportunity to point out the double standards she has encountered in her romantic life. Having faced ongoing scrutiny regarding her 17-year age difference with 22-year-old Houston Rockets player Jalen Green.
“That’s that 17-year age gap smile!!! Go Mimi (with y’all selective a**es),” Draya commented on social media, throwing shade at critics who’ve slammed her but have nothing but praise for Mariah.
Nonetheless, Carey’s fans were displeased with the remark about the age difference between the singer and her supposed new partner, misinterpreting it as a negative comment instead of the supportive intention it held initially.
“The point going way over her head or she’s just very slow. Anderson Paak is 38, lol. Jalen Green is 22, while Draya’s son is 21. Dating someone your son’s age is sick,” one Twitter user pointed out.
Another social media user added, “Draya tryna throw shade at Mariah Carey when Mariah just dates younger men, Draya dates n*ggas that just graduated from high school a few years ago, like the dude she’s with now couldn’t even drink alcohol legally 2 years ago, it’s not the same, sweetheart.”
“My thing with Draya is if you’re going to do the things you do, have no shame. Why do you care about what people say about your (inappropriate) relationship if you’re okay with it? Why do you think getting pregnant by a 20-year-old is the same as a 50-year-old and 37-year-old person,” another user chipped.
