Sure, in the beginning, Equinox and SoulCycle were everything a workout junkie’s dreams, but for some, like Chrissy Teigen, that’s all about to change.
The chairman and majority owner of the company that owns both Equinox and SoulCycle is a Donald Trump supporter, making Chrissy Teigen mad. Stephen Ross is planning on holding a party on Friday, where guests need to make a donation to President Trump’s political campaign. The donations will range anywhere from $5,600 to $250,000, according to The Blast.s dreams.
However, now that people know Ross and Trump are pals they believe the gym’s image is fake. How can you advocate for equality and inclusion AND support Trump’s racist agenda?
Equinox and SoulCycle are where a lot of people choose to go to achieve their fitness goals.
It just doesn’t make sense, so Chrissy Teigen is calling for a boycott.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZIRVxs6rFs
In Chrissy Teigen’s video, she asks for her close friends and family to cancel their memberships to the Equinox and the other gym.
“Just think about it. If you’re fine with that [the fundraiser], cool. Go right ahead. But if you’re not, and I know a lot of you are not fine with that, cancel.”
Chrissy does not like the president, and her message has influenced others to join in the boycott. Other celebrities reacted and are now canceling their memberships too.
In response to the mass backlash, a spokesperson released a statement on both gyms behalf.
“Equinox and SoulCycle are not associated with the upcoming event and do not endorse it. Our policies ensure that company profits are not directed towards funding politicians.”
Continuing:
“We value all our members and the communities we are part of. Our commitment to tolerance and equality remains unwavering. Mr. Ross is a passive investor and is not involved in managing either business.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J38IniYVdw4
As for Ross, he stands by his right to endorse whichever president he likes, and the party will go on.
Thoughts? What do you think about Chrissy Teigen boycotting Equinox and Soulcycle?
Featured Image: Billboard
