Some countries are characterized by strict moral codes associated with religious, political or nationalistic ideologies, resulting in specific prohibitions.
These are applied to social coexistence, which has been ignored by some artists or celebrities such as B. were deliberately exceeded Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber and Katy Perryamong other.
United States of America
Although the United States is associated with liberty and in many cases very liberal, it is associated with artists such as Cat Stevenswho converted to Islam because of a possible connection to terrorism and took the name Yusuf Islam.
the rapper MINEA similar situation arose when he got into trouble with the government because of his commitment to the oppressed peoples of the Middle East.
United Kingdom
If the case of Chris Brown versus rihanna became public about domestic violence, he was banned from entering the UK, a site he visited in 2011 as part of a tribute concert Michael Jackson.
A similar case was that of snoop doginvolved in a scandal at London Heathrow Airport in 2006. In fact, he was also denied entry to Australia that same year.
Malaysia
The authorities of this country canceled various concerts by beyonce because her clothing was classified as “very provocative”.
Same happened with Gwen Stefaniwhich was described as “obscene”.
The Veterinarians of the Islamic Party Avril Lavigne in the context of youth protection. To the black Eyed Peas They were also canceled because a beer brand sponsored their show, and that’s not allowed in Islam as they don’t drink alcohol.
Abu Dhabi
rihanna He made a grave mistake by taking an “inappropriate” photo of himself in front of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, earning him the title of “persona non grata” in Abu Dhabi.
Russia
China and Russia issued entry bans Selena Gomez after posting a photo of her with the Dalai Lama on social media. He was also banned from entering Russian soil for expressing his unconditional support for the LGBT+ community.
Japan
When Paris Hilton flew to Tokyo for the fashion show in 2010, she was arrested at Narita Airport. The singer and her DJ They were found guilty of drug possession, a charge dating back years, and their visit to the city had to be cancelled.
Indonesia
A veto was lodged in Indonesia Lady Gaga for being “a vulgar singer who sings in her shorts”. The leader of the Islamic Defense Front, Salim Alatas, also warned that his life could be in danger if he entered the country.
China
China is considered one of the most difficult nations for artists to work in. Katy Perry is no longer welcome after waving a Taiwanese flag during a presentation, which angered leaders because that country’s communist government does not recognize her.
Lady Gaga and Selena Gomez they sabotaged the goodwill of the People’s Republic by taking photos with the Dalai Lama.
Miley CyrusShe was in turn branded a racist after she put on eye makeup to look like the population in question ever since Justin Bieber Nice Jay Z They branded her a bad influence on young people.