Culture · Beijing, China · October 27, 2026

Mbappé apologizes after Mao remark

Reported by 9 outlets · first reported Oct 27, 9:25 AM ET

Mbappé apologized for calling Mao Zedong a dictator. Chinese brands dropped him.

Why it matters

It shows business risks for stars in China.

Background

Mao is the founder of modern China.

The story so far

1. Oct 27Mbappé apologizes after Mao remark
2. Oct 30Mbappé apologizes after China outcry over Mao remark

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Sources

• BBC News ↗Oct 27, 9:25 AM ET
• Japan Times ↗Oct 27, 8:48 PM ET

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