Oscar Mbo Faces Backlash for Filming Ahead of Mother’s Funeral

Social media users have expressed outrage over a video posted by music producer and DJ Oscar Mbo, showing himself getting ready for his mother’s funeral over the Mother’s Day weekend.

Oscar Mbo Faces Backlash for Filming on Mother’s Funeral Day

Fans took to social media to share their thoughts on Oscar’s decision to film content on the day of his mother’s funeral. A post on X (formerly Twitter) by @TheAudioLabSA showed Oscar and his son preparing their outfits for the funeral. In the caption, Oscar wrote: “Laying our Queen to rest on Mother’s Day. Together through thick & thin, the Lord shall provide.”

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Fan Reactions to Oscar’s Video

Many fans shared their personal experiences of losing a loved one, stating that filming was not on their minds during the funeral. They expressed their shock and disappointment at Oscar’s decision to film content on such a difficult day.

Remembering Oscar’s Mother

Oscar announced the sad news of his mother’s passing on 5 May. He described her as the influence behind instilling life skills such as prayer, sharing, and self-expression. Oscar also highlighted how loving and supportive his mother truly was.

“Woah. You loved all of us so loud, you taught us how to pray, how to share, and how to express ourselves,” he began. “I thank God for your amazing life that you shared with us, Mama, the best childhood I had, and the support you gave me from the very beginning to the end,” he wrote. “You were so proud of me & would always remind me how good God is,” he continued. “Rest in eternal peace, I’m shattered but I’m filled with so much love as you always gave me. Rest in peace my love,” he wrote.