Angela Simmons has released a official apology for her green glittery pistol purse at the 2024 BET Awards.
After facing backlash for the purse (which some are calling a cellphone case), Angela sharef to her Instagram Story and offered a quick apology while mentioning she thought the bag was “cool” and a “fashion moment.”
When that didn’t go over as expected Rev. Run’s daughter released a official apology noting that she made a “poor decision” that she “deeply regrets” it.
When I chose the purse, I believed it was cute and unique, and I made a poor decision in using it as an accessory to amplify my beauty.
I really regret that this item, which symbolizes a firearm, was inappropriate and insensitive, especially given my personal and community experiences with gun violence.
Angela Simmons also questioned for forgiveness for her “misstep.”
I ask for your understanding and forgiveness, and I hope you can accept my sincere sorry.
While this incident was happened, I will not allow it to define my moral compass or my commitment to promoting peace and ending gun violence.
Angela Simmons also used her apology statement to focus how her organization has created programs to reduce gun violence.