Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for September 1
Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Check out what's clicking today in entertainment.
Blake Shelton was called out for sharing misinformation on social media about the coronavirus pandemic.
The musician, 44, tweeted a statistic that was unfounded over the weekend and his followers were quick to point out Shelton should check sources before spreading theories.
The controversy was over a tweet retweeted by President Donald Trump that misrepresented a CDC update about deaths related to coronavirus.
BLAKE SHELTON REACTS TO GARTH BROOKS' CMA ‘ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR’ CONTROVERSY
The tweet, which originated from a Facebook post, has since been deleted for incorrectly claiming that the CDC had “quietly” changed its statistics to depict how “only 6%” of people who died from the coronavirus “actually died from Covid" because “the other 94% had 2-3 other serious illnesses.”
Blake Shelton performs onstage during the 54th Academy Of Country Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 07, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Jeff Kravitz/ACMA2019/FilmMagic for ACM)
The CDC statistic actually said that “Covid-19 was the only cause mentioned” for 6% of deaths. The other 94% had preexisting conditions but could have lived on for many years if they hadn't contracted the virus.
BLAKE SHELTON, GWEN STEFANI TEAM UP FOR ANOTHER SONG, 'HAPPY ANYWHERE'
On Sunday, Shelton wrote, "I’m not even sure which side(politically) this would land on. But am I the only person who sees the new CDC update as some actual good news? Just that. Not left or right... Just updated info that’s better than we thought. I mean does everything have to be a fight these days?"
"Sorry I should’ve been more clear. I’m talking about 6% news. Again I’m not looking for an argument from either side. I just see it as some better news is all," he continued.
"This is what I’m talking about.. I’m not going to argue at all because I’m not advocating for anything. What is the fight? Covid is horrifying. That’s it."
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
Shelton concluded, "Whew... I can see that there’s no way a fight won’t erupt about this stuff. No matter how you slice it. And that’s last thing I wanted. Stay healthy and safe everyone."
Trending
Fox News Entertainment
Get a daily look at the top news in music, movies, television and more in the entertainment industry.
By entering your email and clicking the Subscribe button, you agree to the Fox News Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, and agree to receive content and promotional communications from Fox News. You understand that you can opt-out at any time.