Fans are wondering the reason behind Saltburn star Barry Keoghan deactivating his Instagram account. Recently, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to detail his exit following his alleged breakup with Sabrina Carpenter. He withdrew from Instagram for his mental peace and family. But, what exactly happened that led him to take such a decision? Here’s a detailed article on what Keoghan said.
Barry Keoghan deactivates Instagram after facing backlash
Keoghan took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his thoughts on why he made the decision to deactivate his Instagram account. He revealed that he no longer can tolerate the way individuals are unnecessarily dragging his name on the internet and making inappropriate comments, which he doesn’t usually respond to. However, people are crossing boundaries and he can no longer stay silent on it as the problem has reached his family’s safety.
He opened up by saying the only reason he deactivated his Instagram was because he didn’t want to be distracted “from his work and family.” Additionally, he mentioned receiving hurtful comments, which he doesn’t wish upon any. “Absolute lies, hatred, disgusting commentary about my appearance, character, how I am as a parent, and every other inhumane thing you can imagine. Dragging my character and everything I worked extremely hard for and stand for,” he added.
Keoghan also revealed that every day he pushes himself to work hard to give his son a better life and become a person he can idolize. Moreover, the Eternals actor also highlighted some unsettling incidents wherein his family members were seemingly intimated, raising concern about their safety. He revealed that some people knocked on his grandma’s door and also intimidated his child by sitting outside his house.
In the note, he has requested everyone to be “respectful” towards everyone’s personal lives. The hateful comments Keoghan has recently received come in the wake of his alleged breakup with Sabrina Carpenter. It was revealed that the two are taking a break to focus on their careers (via People). Amid rumors of their split, cheating allegations against Keoghan also surfaced, which he has since denied.
