Undeniably, Nguyen Cong Tri is a talented designer who has made many contributions to Vietnamese fashion on the international stage, but this "slip-up" has shattered a once-regarded image, a symbol of professionalism and creativity.
The more famous and influential an artist becomes, the greater their social responsibility. They not only represent themselves but also serve as role models and sources of inspiration. When Nguyen Cong Tri designs for Beyoncé, Rosé, Michelle Obama, and others, he is recognized not only for his talent but also for contributing to building the standing of Vietnamese fashion. However, precisely because of this standing, he cannot afford to make mistakes in the most basic areas: violating the law.
Law violations, especially those related to drugs, cannot be considered "personal matters." Drugs not only destroy health but also threaten the moral foundations of society. The use or organization of drug use by artists and public figures is far more dangerous than that of ordinary people, as it easily creates a mentality of "talented individuals have the privilege to make mistakes."
Designer Nguyen Cong Tri
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We shouldn't attack Nguyen Cong Tri. The nature of his crimes has been dealt with by the law, and he will certainly have to pay the price (his career will be affected, his personal image will be ruined in the eyes of the public, and he will face legal consequences...). But we also shouldn't blindly defend him. Talent and morality are inseparable if one wants to become a lasting influential figure. A talented person isn't necessarily a good person, and no one can guarantee that a good person who has contributed to society won't do wrong.
It is necessary to clearly distinguish: violations of the law are synonymous with violations of social ethics. A "clean past" cannot be used to obscure present responsibilities. Every citizen is equal before the law. A civilized society cannot have "forbidden zones" for anyone.
The case of fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri needs to be viewed clearly: the higher one's "position," the more one must be cautious; career achievements and personal mistakes must be completely separate; and public sympathy cannot be a crutch for mistakes if those mistakes are undermining social trust. What is concerning is that recently, many people have chosen to react emotionally: defending the artist, specifically designer Nguyen Cong Tri, with regret for a "talented individual who once brought Vietnamese fashion to the world ," justifying him with the mindset that "everyone has moments of weakness," "professional pressure," "the loneliness of being famous"... This is a misguided way of thinking when it deliberately tries to cover up the wrongdoing and crimes of artists and celebrities with their contributions or talents.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ntk-nguyen-cong-tri-bi-khoi-to-dung-khoa-lap-cho-sai-pham-bang-tai-nang-185250724101540772.htm
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