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Crows fan defends ‘blackface’ costume after viral backlash

The woman said she was dressed as the club mascot Claude the crow and intended no offense after images sparked backlash online.

Summary by The West Australian
A member of the Adelaide cheer squad went viral for all the wrong reasons after being spotted in ‘blackface’, but the woman behind the paint has defended her actions.

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AFL fan sparks fiery debate after dressing in 'blackface'

Viewers couldn't believe their eyes when a woman's crow costume was visible on the broadcast during the Adelaide Crows and Western Bulldogs match on Saturday night.

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AFL fan speaks out amid ‘blackface’ furore

A member of the Adelaide cheer squad went viral for all the wrong reasons on Saturday night after being spotted in ‘blackface’. Now the woman behind the paint has defended her actions.

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Crows fan defends ‘blackface’ costume after viral backlash

A member of the Adelaide cheer squad went viral for all the wrong reasons after being spotted in ‘blackface’, but the woman behind the paint has defended her actions.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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The West Australian broke the news in Osborne Park, Australia on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
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