A viral fan encounter took a tumultuous turn when Doja Cat publicly reprimanded TikTok sensation Pablo Tomayo for overstepping boundaries during what initially appeared to be a benign interaction. Here’s the intricate tale behind their social media spat.
What transpired between Doja Cat and Pablo Tomayo?
At a recent gathering, Doja Cat crossed paths with Pablo Tomayo, a TikTok content creator with an impressive 400,000 followers. A video clip circulated online, capturing them in an embrace, sharing a cheeky kiss, and Tomayo presenting her with a tank top from his Pride apparel line. Initially, fans cherished the heartwarming exchange, but Doja later voiced her discomfort.
The "Paint the Town Red" chanteuse took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to clarify the situation. In a since-deleted post, she penned, "In essence, I may smile at you, but it doesn’t signify my approval or affection. Don’t manhandle me when you barely even know me. You know what I mean if you know." She further emphasized the importance of advocating for herself, adding, "It’s insane how he kissed me on the cheek and touched me intimately when he didn’t even know my name."
The singer confessed she was intoxicated during the encounter and did not feel at ease with the escalating physicality. In response to fans' comments, Doja Cat reiterated her stance, noting that despite Pablo Tomayo’s pleasant scent, he crossed a line by being overly touchy without her consent.
Following the explosion of Doja’s tweets, Tomayo issued a TikTok response. He insisted that he had never intended to make her uncomfortable and always respected her boundaries. "I never wanted to upset her. I wouldn’t have filmed if she hadn’t given her consent," he said. "She’s a celebrity; I’m not. I’ll never comprehend that dynamic, so I cherish it."
He also pondered whether Doja’s reaction was fueled by a desire for attention, pointing out that she joyfully accepted his shirt and appeared engaged in their conversation. Nonetheless, he extended an apology, stating, "I acknowledge and understand… I apologize if I did anything wrong at all." (via Pinkvilla)
