Nicole Scherzinger defends Christianity after Russell Brand controversy
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Former Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger introduced Christianity in a new interview published in Variety on Tuesday, saying the faith “gets a bad rap.”
The pop star and former reality competition judge talked about her faith, her church community, and why she believes devout Christians should represent their faith well.
“I think Christianity has a bad rap, but I think that’s why, if you’re a true Christian, you need to lead by example and be the light,” Scherzinger said. he said. exit.
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Former Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger said Christianity has a “bad rap” in the public square these days. (Dave Bennett/Getty)
Scherzinger recalled a moment last year when his outspoken Christian views sparked backlash on social media. The day after the 2024 presidential election, the comedian and podcaster commented on Russell Brand’s Instagram post, writing that he liked the “Make Jesus First Again” hat seen in the video.
“Where do I get this hat?!” Scherzinger wrote, adding praying hands and red heart emojis. But the comment came under heavy criticism online, as Brand’s hat was inspired by President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” slogan.
Brand, who converted to Christianity at this point, also expressed his support for Trump’s candidacy. Scherzinger deleted the post shortly after commenting and issued a public apology on the platform for any inadvertent association with Trump.
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Russell Brand talked about his faith journey in part one of his interview with Sean Hannity, which aired on Fox Nation. (Fox Nation)
In that case, he wrote“Many of the marginalized communities who are upset and concerned about the results of the presidential election are the people I care about most. I stand with them, as I always have throughout my life and career. If you know me, you know that.”
“For me, Christ represents peace, compassion, hope and, above all, unconditional love, especially for those who feel it least at the moment,” he added.
Reflecting on the controversy nearly a year later, Scherzinger said he did not regret supporting the Christian message behind Brand’s post and was proud to be part of a Christian community in Hollywood.
“I have a great church in Hollywood that I go to. Most of my friends in Hollywood are Christians,” he said.
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Nicole Scherzinger is seen arriving at the ‘Live with Kelly and Mark’ show in Uptown, Manhattan on November 4, 2024 in New York City. (Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
Scherzinger told Variety that her faith has always played a central role in her life. He was born to a single mother in Honolulu, Hawaii, before moving to the mainland with his mother and grandparents. The singer said his devout Christian grandparents, whom he calls “Father” and “Tutu,” instilled strong faith values from an early age.
“My father started out as an atheist, then became a priest, then a bishop, and now the archbishop of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church,” he said.
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“My Tutu’s mother has had 22 pregnancies – four miscarriages and 18 children – lives in a small three-bedroom house and has no money but has a strong faith. That’s who I am,” she added.
