The incident serves as a gentle reminder for all concertgoers to follow proper concert etiquette for a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
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TikTok content creator and former flight attendant Jen Barangan has issued a public apology following a viral video using her phone’s flash during Olivia Rodrigo’s highly anticipated concert in the Philippines. The incident sparked widespread criticism, prompting Jen to address the situation on social media.

In a brief post shared on her social media accounts, Jen wrote, “To everyone, I’m so sorry for my actions.” Her apology comes after she posted a TikTok video from the concert, where she had her phone’s flash switched on as she filmed herself singing along with Olivia during her performance. Many netizens pointed out that one of the concert’s rules was explicitly  “no flash photography.”

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The incident took place during Olivia Rodrigo’s first-ever concert in the Philippines, performed in front of a sold-out crowd of over 50,000 fans. While most attendees were thrilled to see the pop sensation live, some were irked by the distraction caused by Jen’s phone flash.

Jen’s actions stirred conversation among fans and concertgoers, but she was quick to apologize in an effort to smooth things over. Despite this, the video continues to spark debate online, especially since Jen wasn’t the only concertgoer to film themselves using their camera’s flash during the performance.

Netizens React to Concert Goers Taking Flash Videos of Themselves During Olivia Rodrigo’s Concert

One netizen expressed their frustration on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Sa susunod na concert nyo wag nyo to gagawin kasi nakakasilaw at nakaharang din sa view kasi sobrang taas ng kamay. Di rin cute sa video may flash. Ayun lang basta new pet peeve unlocked.”

Another user called out Jen specifically: “The cheapest thing a lifestyle vlogger would do when she couldn’t afford a Taylor Swift concert. Pretend and be annoying.”

SCREENSHOT VIA X(FORMERLY TWITTER)

Even after Jen’s public apology, some netizens remained unsatisfied, with comments like “OA sa concert. Nonchalant sa apology.” Another user wrote, “Don’t you know how to apologize properly? You have to specifically mention what you’re sorry for. This non-apology reeks of arrogance and entitlement.”

Jen Barangan’s apology sparked a bigger convo about concert etiquette and how content creation sometimes disrespects other people’s experiences during live events.