Kate Upton slams NFL players kneeling in anti-racism protest on 9/11
Kate Upton has slammed a group of NFL players as “horrific” for kneeling during the National Anthem on the anniversary of September 11.
The model, 24, criticised four Miami Dolphins players who refrained from standing at a match on Sunday in protest against racial injustice in the US.
The players were supporting Colin Kaepernick who refused to “stand and show pride” for a country that oppresses people of colour at a match in August.
Upton said the protest is “unacceptable” because citizens should feel “truly blessed” to live in the US.
In a series of tweets the Sports Illustrated model wrote: “This is unacceptable. You should be proud to be an American.
“Especially on 9/11 when we should support each other.
“Protest and speak your mind whenever you want but during the 120 seconds you should support the people who protect our freedom (sic).”
Upton faced a backlash online and was accused of missing the point.