Influencers' Coachella Plea Backfires

0:00Stay tapped into pop culture in two minutes or less with entertainment and celebrity news today. Australian influencers are facing online ridicule after posting videos begging for free tickets to next month's Coachella Valley music and arts. Festival. A few creators have turned to TikTok and Instagram, appealing to brands or even fans for last minute invites to the exclusive California event. Brands often sponsor influencers with flights, fancy hotels, and VIP access in exchange for social media posts that rack up huge views. One creator, Sam Guggenheimer shared a video about manifesting a trip, complete with planned outfits detailed in a presentation. She even offered to chip in for lodging if someone had an extra ticket. The backlash has been swift and harsh. Commenters mocked her, saying things like, just buy a ticket yourself, or here's the purchase link. Many pointed out she went for free last year thanks to a fashion brand sponsorship. Another influencer, Bridget Sarek, posted a dancing video to a Sabrina Carpenter song, explaining she wanted VIP ticket but couldn't cover flights or stays.

1:06She tagged brands and urged fans to help spread the word for her mission to Coachella. Critics called it desperate and suggested she get a job to pay for it. Sam has since deleted her video, while others like Brock Bellacini keep pitching while they deserve a free spot for the content they could create. The trend highlights the hustle for calm trips but has many online calling it, tone deaf. D&N is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. Go L.I. solelypillow.com.