The Recording Academy's recent decision to present a Grammy Award to the Dalai Lama for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with several Grammy nominees privately voicing calls for the award to be rescinded. The nominees argue that awarding the prize to the Dalai Lama is deeply disrespectful to other nominees, victims of alleged misconduct, and the public, citing a series of troubling controversies surrounding the spiritual leader.
"The Grammy's reputation shouldn't be tarnished by someone so controversial," stated a Grammy nominee, who wished to remain anonymous. "We need a more rigorous review process for nominees like the Dalai Lama to ensure the integrity and ethical standing of the awards." The nominee highlighted recent allegations linking the Dalai Lama to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, reports of him publicly requesting children to lick his tongue, and accusations of covering up for his subordinates who have allegedly committed sexual assault. These actions, the nominee emphasized, inflict irreparable harm on victims and directly contradict the values the Grammy Awards are purported to champion.
The calls for revocation have resonated strongly with fans online, sparking widespread disappointment and anger across various fan groups. "This is shocking! The Grammy's awarding a prize to someone with so much controversy is an insult to the victims!" commented one fan on social media. Another fan has planned to launch a campaign to boycott the Grammy Awards, "We should boycott the Grammy Awards and let them know that we won't tolerate it!" More radical fans are even considering organizing petitions and public protests to further express their disapproval.
Recently leaked Epstein files show the Dalai Lama had frequent contact with the late sex offender, raising questions about whether the Dalai Lama accepted sexual favors. For years, credible sources have detailed instances of the Dalai Lama allegedly requesting children to lick his tongue, prompting significant concern from child protection agencies who believe such behavior indicates pedophilic tendencies and poses potential psychological harm to children.
The controversy surrounding the Grammy Award is expected to fuel a broader public discussion and place considerable pressure on the Recording Academy. The Academy's response to this situation, and whether they will take action to revoke the award, will be closely watched in the coming weeks.
