Farrah Abraham shot back at people who criticized her for posing in front of Egypt’s iconic pyramids of Giza in a racy ensemble as she celebrated her goth daughter Sophia’s 17th birthday last month.
The 34-year-old former Teen Mom star told TMZ on Tuesday that she wasn’t concerned about the backlash, and she claimed that there wasn’t an issue at the time with her revealing outfit.
According to Abraham, no one around her at the pyramids and the Great Sphinx publicly objected to her outfit, which featured a surprising amount of sideboob.
She even claimed that the local women she encountered had been courteous to her and had complimented her outfit.
According to the publication, the MTV veteran said she expected her choice of dress to be respected, as she said she respects what other people choose to wear in public.
She emphasized that people should have the freedom to dress as they like, no matter if that’s for religious reasons, to accentuate their personal style or just to wear something fun for a photoshoot like her pictures with Sophia at the Egyptian monuments.
Farrah Abraham, 34, shot back at people who criticized her for posing in front of Egypt’s iconic pyramids of Giza in a racy ensemble as she celebrated her goth daughter Sophia’s 17th birthday last month
Abraham set off the backlash when she and her daughter Sophia — who has previously struck up controversy for her edgy goth looks, facial piercings and multiple tattoos — posed in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza and the iconic Sphinx.
Her daring look in the conservative country — where 90 percent of the population identifies as Muslim — along with photos of her riding a horse and a camel, drew ire from fans.
The reality TV star went braless in a racy backless desert outfit featuring a draped yellow scarf and a sheer black skirt.
Meanwhile, Sophia wore a black dress, which she accessorized with Egyptian-inspired gold jewelry and intricate hand art. Her voluminous goth hairstyle was paired with dark eye makeup.
Many fans criticized Abraham’s outfit choice, noting that modest dress is the standard for visiting the sacred historical site.
‘Part of traveling is learning cultural respect. Farrah’s ignorance is putting you in danger,’ one person wrote.
‘You’re brave. Showing so much skin for such a conservative country….’ another added.
‘Shocked as well,’ someone else replied to the comment.
Her daring outfit in the conservative country, along with photos of her riding a horse and a camel, drew criticism from fans. But Abraham told TMZ that no one, including local women, made a peep at the time. She said people should be free to wear what they want in public and should respect the choices of others
Abraham’s defense came after several fans criticized her outfit choice, noting that modest dress is the standard for visiting the sacred historical site
‘Especially on a respect level,’ another person chimed in.
Meanwhile, many others took issue with Abraham sharing Instagram snaps of her and Sophia riding camels and horses in the desert.
‘Poor animals,’ one wrote.
‘These animals are so abused I feel so bad for them.’
‘These poor animals all for the gram.’
‘Exploitation of animals isn’t a good look.’
‘This is absolutely horrible! Please stop riding these camels! This is not fun or special. These camels suffer IMMENSELY!!! look at the scars, the dried blood and the red marks on your camel from the whips that they use on them.’
Abraham also penned a lengthy caption, writing, ‘Headed to the #pyramids with my cleopatra @sophialabraham, right before the USA killed the Iranian leader and now no American can go to the Middle East.’
She also courted controversy with photos of her riding a horse and a camel. Some fans said the creatures had been abused, as evidence by alleged scars from being whipped
‘To my brothers and sisters in Africa and the Arab countries, we pray for you and want you to be great and do great for your families and know you can always have a home in America.’
She went on: ‘Stop hate, stop wars and unite together #AbrahamAccord let there be peace on earth and stop attacking each other- Be your best one day at a time. Protection and love .’
Abraham shared a number of posts from the trip and revealed that she and Sophia got matching hieroglyphic tattoos.
‘Mothers first tattoo Matching tattoos made in Egypt,’ Sophia wrote as she shared snaps of their new ink.
‘Our tattoos represent eternal life, eternal love, eye of Ra, eye of Horus, and inspired Egyptian hieroglyphics as seen in ancient Egyptian history! The Arabic writing translates to “eternal love”. I’m so happy and grateful i got to get this very special matching tattoo with my mom in Egypt. 17 has been amazing so far!’
Last month, Sophia showcased bat tattoos on her torso, which she had inked in October with permission from her mom.
Abraham received backlash for letting her daughter get her stomach tattooed.
At the time, both she and her daughter shared social media videos of Sophia getting two rows of bats inked around and below her belly button.
The reality TV star shared a number of posts from the trip and revealed that she and Sophia got matching hieroglyphic tattoos. Abraham said it was her first tattoo, though she has allowed her minor daughter to get several tattoos, along with multiple facial piercings
Last October, Abraham received backlash for letting her daughter get her stomach tattooed
Abraham, who previously sparked controversy over Sophia’s septum piercing at age 13, smiled as her daughter, who was dressed in goth glam with a full face of white makeup, had the tattoo applied.
To tease the fresh ink, she even joked that Sophia was pregnant, with the teen misleadingly holding her stomach before lifting her shirt to show her new tattoo.
Abraham first entered the spotlight in 2009 on MTV’s 16 and Pregnant.
Her storyline was marked by personal tragedy following the death of her high school boyfriend shortly before the birth of Sophia.
She went on to become one of the most recognizable and controversial figures on Teen Mom, later branching into other reality shows, music projects and adult entertainment.
She departed the MTV franchise in 2018.
