Gymshark cuts ties with True Geordie after his offensive remarks against Andrew Tate led to controversy

Gymshark, an apparel company in the fitness segment, has cut ties with Brian Davis, a YouTuber from the UK. Davis is also known as True Geordie. He seems to have allegedly made derogatory remarks against Andrew Tate. It led to him being labelled a...

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Brian Davis aka True Geordie seems to have suggested that Andrew Tate, "a Muslim," should blow himself up and do the right thing, media reports said. It happened on November 7 and led to a row. The comments went viral across all social media platforms, including Twitter and TikTok. Eventually, the comments made their way to Andrew Tate.

Tate responded to Davis quickly and said that Davis made a piece on his podcast after Tate converted to Islam to insult him. Tate added that David insulted the Muslim religion and thought it was funny, as per media reports. Tate asked Davis to draw a line and to know when not to make a comment.

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Tate said David would learn quickly about his mistake and should not think that it would have no consequences, the reports said. Geordie promptly apologised and said it was a joke at someone's expense, who hates him. However, many people have not accepted the apology, including Gymshark. They announced they had ended their relationship with Geordie following his comments.

FAQs:

  1. What did True Geordie say to stir up controversy?
    Andrew Tate, a "Muslim," was advised by True Geordie to blow himself up, media reports said. It occurred on November 7 and led to a controversy.
  2. What was Gymshark's reaction to the comments?
    They announced they had ended their relationship with Geordie following his comments.
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