Neymar Faces Backlash After ‘Liking’ French Model’s Photos
Brazilian soccer star Neymar is responding to criticism after he “liked” a series of photos posted by French model Pauline Tantot on Instagram. The interaction quickly went viral, sparking a wave of comments and mentions directed at his partner, Bruna Biancardi.
The 31-year-old Tantot, who has over four million followers on Instagram, frequently shares sensual photos on her account. After followers noticed Neymar’s activity on her page, comments referencing Biancardi began appearing. “Where’s Bruna to comment on this?” one user wrote, according to reports. Another commented, “I thought Neymar had changed for his daughters.”
Neymar has since claimed the “like” was accidental. “It was without wanting to,” he stated, as reported by Estadão. He also reportedly criticized the reaction on social media, according to Brasil 247.
Pauline Tantot is a model and digital entrepreneur based in France. In addition to her Instagram account, where she posts photos from photoshoots, travels, and beach outings, she also directs followers to profiles for a bikini brand she created, a private fitness club, and a page dedicated to her horses. Terra reports that she previously attended Neymar’s birthday party.
The incident comes as celebrity social media activity continues to draw intense scrutiny, highlighting the pressures faced by public figures and their partners. Neymar’s attempt to explain the situation has also become a topic of discussion, demonstrating the speed at which online controversies can unfold.
