Jennifer Lopez recently faced backlash in Turkey following her performance at the "1001 Seasons of Elie Saab" fashion show during Riyadh Season in Saudi Arabia. The controversy arose due to the stage design, which many critics claimed resembled the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest site. Turkish religious figures and social media users condemned the imagery, calling it disrespectful to Islamic values.

Additionally, Lopez’s revealing outfit during the performance drew criticism for clashing with Saudi Arabia’s traditionally conservative dress norms.

Many saw it as contradictory to the country’s religious character. The timing of the event also sparked outrage, as it occurred amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, leading critics to accuse organizers of insensitivity.

Social media users in Turkey and beyond called for apologies, with many arguing that the performance demonstrated cultural disregard. The backlash highlights the ongoing debate over Western artists performing in culturally and religiously significant regions.