The Controversial Tweet That Sparked a Debate on Gender Roles During Olympic Proposal

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In an era where social norms and gender roles are continually evolving, a recent tweet by @9mmSMG has sparked a heated debate. The tweet, which reads, "If your girl proposes to you, especially during the Olympics, you're cooked. There is nothing more emasculating than a woman proposing," has drawn widespread criticism and sparked a discussion on masculinity and societal expectations.

Carl Zha, a well-known social media personality, responded with a tweet that sarcastically reads, "It’s gay to be loved by a woman, guys!" This response has been widely praised for its sharp wit and criticism of outdated gender norms. The original tweet by @9mmSMG and Carl Zha's response are accompanied by a photograph that has captured the hearts of many.

The photograph shows a encouraging scene from what appears to be an athletic event, likely the Olympics. At the center of the image, a woman dressed in athletic gear, presumably holding a medal, is seen proposing to a man. The man, clearly overwhelmed with joy and surprise, is smiling broadly. To his left, another man is clapping, seemingly offering his support and congratulations. The crowd in the background is also cheering and clapping, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.

The reactions to this tweet have been varied but overwhelmingly critical of @9mmSMG's perspective. One user commented, "Guys like that must lead such sad lives. I feel sorry for the women unlucky enough to be with them," while another added, "Just a casual reminder that people like 9mmSMG still think of women as property, not people."

Others emphasized the importance of confidence and self-assurance in relationships. "The only person that can emasculate you is yourself. If you have enough confidence, you don't have to worry about other people's opinions of how masculine you are. Be whatever weirdo king you wanna be and just be confident in yourself," one commenter advised.

The conversation also touched on the broader implications of such outdated views. "The world must be so terrifying to men this weak," remarked one user, while another pointed out, "Conservatives have such fragile masculinity, soap bubble fragile."

Interestingly, the tweet has also led to discussions about the concept of emasculation itself. One user clarified, "Emasculating does not equal gay. It means to deprive a man of his male role or identity or to make someone or something weaker or less effective."

Despite the criticism, some comments found humor in the situation. "Does the SMG acronym stand for p**** Size at Maximum Girth?" joked one user, adding a lighter note to the otherwise intense discussion.

This viral tweet has not only highlighted the evolving norms around gender roles and proposals but has also emphasized the importance of confidence and self-assurance in modern relationships. The encouraging photograph serves as a reminder that love transcends traditional gender roles and that societal expectations should not dictate personal happiness.

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Top Comments from Imgur

INeverReadTheTOS

I get the feeling that "9mmSMG" fella is never gonna have to worry about being proposed to by a woman.

MagmaCarta

Oh no, I'm gay because my f***ing WORLD CLASS CHAMPION ATHLETE of a girlfriend wants to spend the rest of her life with ME. Get f***ing lucid, nerds.

SpartaWolf117

Guys like that must lead such sad lives. I feel sorry for the women unlucky enough to be with them

InfocalypseRising

“Look at this loser getting engaged to a world class athlete” is certainly a take I didn’t see coming

KR1570F

the only person that can emasculate you is yourself. if you have enough confidence you don't have to worry about other people's opinions of how masculine you are. be whatever weirdo king you wanna be and just be confident in yourself.

SteveMND

Just a casual reminder that people like 9mmSMG still think of women as property, not people. That's why women taking ANY sort of initiative at all makes them nervous, because in their mind that just means that men have lost control over "their property."

sniggly5212

The world must be so terrifying to men this weak.

Ekibwurm

"oh no, this guy got someone who's willing to spend their entire life with him. clearly he must be weak and not a source of inspiration" -c*****s. good on them for having found each other.

ArtSparkle

Love ia love, let people do as they like.

eclyptix

Sounds like something a weird incel type would say, if a girl in the Olympics proposed to me like that I'd call it a W, I certainly wouldn't be, "Babe, no...You're emasculating me!!"

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