Reality television star Coco Austin has once again found herself at the center of a social media storm. On August 25, the 46-year-old posted several photos of her 9-year-old daughter, Chanel, showing off her freshly dyed electric-blue hair. While the post quickly drew thousands of likes and supportive comments, some critics argued that Austin’s outfit overshadowed her daughter’s big reveal.
In the series of images, Chanel sits in a car while Coco stands nearby in a low-cut black T-shirt. Many fans praised the playful snapshots, celebrating Chanel’s bold hair choice and noting how much she resembles her famous father, Ice-T. However, according to Atlanta Black Star, others expressed disapproval, saying that Austin’s revealing look was inappropriate to pair with photos of her child.
Social Media Reacts To Coco Austin’s Post
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The post sparked more than 800 comments within 24 hours. On Instagram, most responses were positive, highlighting the close bond between mother and daughter. Ice-T himself “liked” the post, showing his support. Followers called Chanel “a lil beauty” and remarked on how fast she is growing up.
But not everyone agreed. On other platforms, including the Daily Mail UK, readers criticized Austin’s style. Some mocked her playful tongue-out pose with Chanel, while others questioned why she continues to dress provocatively. Comments suggested she had the potential to look “classy” if she changed her fashion choices, yet Austin’s track record shows she rarely bows to public pressure.
Coco Austin Embraces Living Unapologetically
This isn’t the first time Coco Austin has faced criticism. Earlier in the summer, she was called out for posting Fourth of July photos in a micro bikini. She and Ice-T later addressed her career on the Shoes Off Talk podcast, where she reflected on her decades in modeling. Austin recalled her calendars, DVDs, and magazine covers, noting with pride that her work once financed her home.
Austin also stressed that age will never dictate her style. She explained that if she feels good at 90, she will still proudly represent her age group. “If I can do the split at 80, I’ll be doing the split at 80,” she said. Despite the criticism, Coco Austin continues to embrace her identity, reminding fans and detractors alike that she has no intention of changing who she is.