It only took a few hours for the new frontwoman of Linkin Park to be the subject of virulent criticism. Not for her ability to make us forget Chester Bennington who died in July 2017, but for having supported the actor Danny Masterson. The latter, a member of the Church of Scientology, was sentenced to 30 years in prison last year. He was prosecuted for rape.
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Among his victims was Chrissie Carnell-Bixler, the wife of The Mars Volta singer. The latter left the Church of Scientology in 2017. He then accused Danny Masterson of sexually assaulting his wife and claimed that the Church of Scientology had done everything possible to cover up the affair.
On her social media, Chrissie Carnell-Bixler criticized the designation of Emily Armstrong as the lead singer of Linkin Park. In a story, she called her a convinced follower of Scientology and for having supported a serial rapist.
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The singer defended herself, also via her social networks. In a story, still on Instagram, she made a clarification: “I was invited to support someone I considered a friend at a court hearing, and I attended once as an observer. Soon after, I realized I shouldn’t have done so. I always look for the good in people, but I was wrong about him. I haven’t had any contact with him since.”.
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“Your voice carries”
In a long story, still on the same social network, Chrissie Carnell-Bixer has split a letter addressed directly to the new singer of Linkin Park. She criticizes Emily Armstrong’s attitude, in particular her message published on Instagram.I was disappointed. I hope you will make an extra effort to communicate about these important facts.”. The list of reproaches she makes to the singer follows. She ends with these words: “Emily, you have an opportunity. Your voice carries. Many of us never get that chance. I hope you use your powers for something good.”
