Fox News Mistakenly Uses Lesbian Wedding Photo to Promote 'Traditional Marriage'

In an unexpected turn of events, Fox News found itself at the center of a social media storm when it mistakenly used a photo of a same-sex couple, Lela McArthur and Stephanie Figarelle, from Anchorage, Alaska, to promote an article about 'traditional marriage'. The image, which features the couple kissing on their wedding day in front of a structure with crisscrossing metal bars, quickly went viral.

The text above the image humorously reads, "THAT SPECIAL MOMENT WHEN FOXNEWS.COM USES A PHOTO OF A MARRIED COUPLE PROMOTING 'TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE'". Below the couple, the text clarifies, "AND THE PHOTO IS ACTUALLY OF A SAME SEX COUPLE. LELA MCARTHUR AND STEPHANIE FIGARELLE FROM ANCHORAGE, ALASKA." In the bottom right corner, the phrase "HAVE A GAY DAY" further adds to the irony of the situation.

The image sparked a variety of reactions from users online. One user commented, "Conservatives = Lazy Idiots," while another pointed out the irony by saying, "transphobes: 'we can always tell!' also transphobes: literally cannot recognize a cis woman if she cuts her hair." Another user humorously questioned whether Fox News had obtained permission to use the photo, suggesting it would be amusing if they had.

Many comments reflected on the broader implications of the mistake. One user noted, "This actually encapsulates perfectly why they’re opposed to progress. It adds levels of complexity these binary simpletons can’t and don’t want to comprehend. The world is less scary if it’s all good/bad, man/woman, black/white." Another highlighted the recurring nature of such mistakes, mentioning, "Just like when they were all 'this is a real man' and then used a picture of a buff gay p***star dude."

Despite the ridicule, some comments were supportive of the couple. One user remarked, "Beautiful couple. Congratulations," while another added, "If they have found happiness. Good for them."

The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing cultural and ideological battles surrounding marriage and identity. It also highlights the sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant moments that arise from these conflicts. As one user summed it up, "The greatest self own."