Ethel Cain has released a detailed statement in response to several serious allegations made against her by various online accounts.
The artist, whose real name is Hayden Anhedönia, is preparing to launch a new album, titled 'Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love Set', which is scheduled for release on August 8th, almost a month from now.
Recently, a range of accusations have surfaced against Ethel Cain, including claims of racism, child pornography, incest promotion, and bestiality.
Screenshots of these allegations can be found on a Reddit thread, which led to her Spotify page being hacked by unknown individuals.
Ethel, now addressing the allegations in a lengthy statement signed by Hayden, acknowledged having made previous racist remarks, including the use of the n-word. She stated, “I am white, so while I can accept responsibility for my actions, I cannot truly grasp what it feels like to be on the receiving end of them. I sincerely apologize from the bottom of my heart to anyone who encountered it then and to those who are facing it now. Your feelings about me moving forward are entirely legitimate.”
In her statement, Hayden reflected on some criticisms directed at her: “This is a time in my life that I look back on with shame. I am not proud of my actions, and I've made efforts to move past them since I believe no good can arise from them. As I progress in my life, I intend to use my platform for positivity, transformation, and advancement.”
Regarding the timing of these allegations, Hayden remarked that the individuals spreading them are not seeking justice but aiming for her emotional ruin. She shared that her personal accounts have been compromised, her family has faced harassment, and old photos of her childhood and sensitive details about her past have been circulated. While she acknowledges her responsibility for her actions, she emphasized that this situation exceeds mere accountability. The comments made about her and what her friends and family have witnessed recently are “atrocious and disgusting.”
The complete statement is available online, and we have chosen to reproduce it in its entirety below.
To begin, I want to address the Twitter/Curious Cat screenshots. That was my account and those were indeed my words. At 19, I was fully aware of what I was expressing. During my high school years, I became very progressive and what was termed an “SJW” to rebel against the prejudice and ignorance in my surroundings. After leaving my parents’ house, I became part of an online subculture that sought attention at any cost. I oscillated in my views, rejecting my previous stance and aiming to be inflammatory and controversial for amusement. I often said anything to draw attention and make my friends laugh.
I could claim I was unaware of the platform I would have later or that I have a dry sense of humor, but excuses are unwarranted in this situation. At the end of the day, I am white, and while I can accept responsibility, I cannot fully comprehend how it feels to be impacted by my actions. I genuinely apologize to anyone who read my words then and now. Your feelings about me moving forward are completely valid.
This past chapter is one I reflect on with shame. I am not proud of my actions and have worked to leave it behind because I strongly believe that no good can come from it. As I progress, my goal is to use my platform for positive change and growth. To atone, it’s crucial to act, not just to speak. All of this resurfacing is not the action of someone well-meaning who stumbled across something casually online. These screenshots have been gathered through extensive digging, hacking, and collaboration among individuals indifferent to who else is hurt as long as I suffer the most. I’ve known for years that pieces of my past had been found and hoarded, waiting for the right moment to strike, and that moment has come.
Once again, there is no justice pursued by this group. They aim for my emotional destruction. My private accounts have been hacked, my family targeted and harassed, and childhood photos and personal details shared maliciously. I take accountability for my actions, yet this exceeds accountability. The things said about me recently, and witnessed by my loved ones, are dreadful and revolting. I am familiar with the vitriol from corners of the internet, but to see it spread so openly by those eager to engage is pure malice. I ask you to consider how you would feel if your worst mistakes were pulled from obscurity and displayed for anyone to scrutinize. Though I am reluctant to address these matters, I will tackle the many allegations regardless of their embarrassing nature.
1. On the subject of incest in my artwork, it is a complex issue. I have always been drawn to creating art about taboo subjects. Like other topics I explore, it reflects a facet of human nature. In specific cases like my hand-drawn t-shirt (which I crafted in my bedroom and never intended as
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Ethel Cain has released an extensive statement in response to several serious allegations made against her by online accounts. The singer-songwriter, whose real name is