Blake Lively Draws Criticisм for Joining in on Kate Middleton Co𝚗troversy Amid ‘KateGate’ Craze in America

Blake Lively joins in criticizing Kate Middleton for her photoshop controversy, following remarks from other American celebrities such as John Oliver and Kim Kardashian.

The heavily edited picture posted by Blake Lively over the weekend in order to promote her new line of drinks

The incident sparked a heated discussion on talk shows like “The View,” with Whoopi Goldberg defending Middleton. 

Kim Kardashian posted this weekend snap with the caption: 'On my way to go find Kate'

Lively’s Instagram post promoting her new product line received backlash for its edited content, drawing criticism from fans and fellow celebrities like Hugh Jackman. 

'There is a non-zero chance that she died 18 months ago,' British comedian John Oliver said last weekHugh Jackman also came in for criticism when he joined in on the fun on Lively's Instagram

The incident is part of the larger “KateGate” phenomenon, which has garnered significant attention in the US media, with mentions of Middleton skyrocketing following the photoshop incident. 

Whoopi Goldberg slammed her co-hosts on The View on Wednesday for 'buying into' Kate Middleton conspiracy theories

Comedians like Oliver and shows like “The Daily Show” have also weighed in on the controversy, with Oliver making tongue-in-cheek remarks comparing it to the movie “Weekend at Bernie’s.” 

Kate was recently filmed in Windsor by shopper Nelson Silva, 40 (pictured)

Despite the rare misstep, Middleton’s overall positive public image reмains intact, though her relationship with the press has faced increased scrutiny, particularly surrounding her recent surgery and the Mother’s Day photograph controversy.