Whether these "never before seen photos" of Chris Brown and Rihanna cuddling were purposely leaked by Brown himself to back-up his, "I am not a monster" claim, or friends of his, is unknown. Regardless, the pictures seem to be an attempt to depict Brown, an alleged abuser, as a nice guy.
Chris Brown did beat Rihanna to an unconscious state, but we don’t know whether it was for reasons of self-defense or because of overblown anger on his is part. If the latter is true, no wonder Rihanna, like other victims of domestic violence, was indecisive before ultimately leaving her abusive partner.
Showing the sweet side of their dual nature is one method abusers use to control their victims. They gain sympathy by reminding their wife or girlfriend of good times, or by buying them flowers or other gifts—followed up with a promise to never hit again. Sadly, the promise is empty and short-lived and the vicious cycle of abuse continues.
Of course, when it comes to these leaked photos of Chris Brown and Rihanna cuddling, the purpose isn’t to gain the victim back—it is to win the public over.
Face-Saving Photo Leaks
Chris Brown and Rihanna Snapped Snuggling on Film
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Image Rehabilitation - The leaked photos of Chris Brown and Rihanna cuddling highlight the trend of celebrities using images to attempt to rehabilitate their public image after controversial incidents.
2. Domestic Abuse Awareness - The discussion surrounding the leaked photos raises awareness about domestic abuse and the manipulation tactics used by abusers to control their victims.
3. Media Manipulation - The intentional leaking of the photos showcases the trend of celebrities and their teams strategically manipulating the media to shape public perception.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore innovative ways to navigate and respond to image rehabilitation attempts by celebrities after controversial incidents.
2. Domestic Violence Prevention - The field of domestic violence prevention can benefit from raising awareness about the manipulation tactics employed by abusers to control their victims.
3. Media and Public Relations - Media and public relations professionals have an opportunity to study and analyze the strategies employed by celebrities in manipulating the media to shape public perception.