Joie Chavis Responds to Criticism After Daughter's Dress Revelation: 'What About the Daddy's Role?'

Joie Chavis has stepped into protective mode for her daughter, Shai Moss, amidst the backlash following her appearance at the BET Awards. The event, which was meant to be a delightful father-daughter outing with Bow Wow, unexpectedly sparked criticism over Shai's outfit, featuring a controversial cutout. When a video of Bow Wow interviewing Shai went viral on June 9, fans quickly lambasted her parents for allowing her to wear what they criticized as revealing attire. In response, Chavis took to livestream, asserting her surprise when she first saw a picture of the outfit, believing it to be a chic long-sleeve, jewel-embellished dress. Chavis explained that the styling team failed to inform them of the cutout, which made Shai feel uncomfortable during the event. “Mama was not around,” she emphasized, defending her parental choices. Concluding, she noted, “Mistakes happen; it won’t be repeated.” In supportive remarks, Shai acknowledged the misunderstanding, stating, “Everything happens for a reason.”