Mariah Carey’s Christmas Ad Sparks Backlash Over Elf Strike Parody
Mariah Carey's annual Christmas video, released on Nov. 1, sparked immediate reactions from celebrities and internet users. The ad, a collaboration with Sephora, features Carey encountering an elf, played by Billy Eichner, who announces that Christmas is 'canceled' due to an elf strike.
The video, produced in November 2025, uses Carey's iconic song 'All I Want for Christmas Is You'. It was created as part of Sephora's marketing campaign, with no specific external production label mentioned.
Defenders of the ad argued that it was not intended as a political statement, suggesting that not everything should be interpreted as a commentary on late-stage capitalism. However, some users criticized the ad for its portrayal of working-class struggles and strikes.
Many viewers felt the ad was mocking boycotts and strikes, and was out of touch with today's political climate. They argued that Carey and Sephora should have been more sensitive to the current societal issues.
The Mariah Carey and Sephora Christmas ad, despite its defenders, has drawn criticism for its portrayal of labor struggles. While not intended as a political statement, some users feel it misses the mark in today's political climate. The ad, produced as part of Sephora's marketing campaign, has sparked debate among viewers.
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