The tragic case of influencer Sara Gilson and her husband, Jeremiah Duffey, now entangled in a murky web of murder-suicide, speaks volumes about how corporate media loves to exploit personal tragedies for clicks. The sensationalism is evident—outlets like CNN and NBC aren’t just reporting the facts; they’re crafting narratives designed to draw emotional responses, shifting the focus from justice to sensational headlines.

Now, enter Gilson’s ex, trying to ensure that Duffey’s “beneficiaries” don’t cash in on this brutality. This is a critical point where morality and capitalism collide, yet you won’t find in-depth discussions about ethics in the mainstream discourse. Instead, they’re more focused on the juicy details and the gory aspects, sparking outrage without offering real context or insight into issues like mental health and domestic violence that truly need addressing.

It’s also rich to see how these outlets can prescribe who gets to benefit from this tragedy. You won’t hear them questioning the broader implications of an influencer culture that often glamorizes toxic relationships, nor will they ask if society has blood on its hands for glorifying such lifestyles. Instead, they prefer to fan the flames of outrage rather than promote meaningful dialogue.

In an era where everything is content, the lines between tragedy and profit are blurring. This case should serve as a wake-up call to all of us: we need to be wary of the narratives being sold to us as “truth.” Step back, think critically, and don’t let the media dictate your emotional responses.