'Not sure how long I’ll stay': Laura Wright hints at leaving Twitter after controversial policy change
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: As of Thursday, April 20, Twitter has commenced its removal of the legacy blue verification ticks that were previously granted to verified accounts. This decision was initially announced several months ago by Elon Musk, and is now being put into effect by the social media platform.
Numerous high-profile individuals, such as 'General Hospital' star Laura Wright, Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, and Justin Bieber, have had their blue ticks removed as a result of this policy change. This means that their accounts are no longer officially recognized as verified by Twitter, and they will no longer have the small blue checkmark displayed next to their username. While the decision to remove these verification badges may come as a surprise to some, it is part of Twitter's ongoing efforts to improve the integrity of its platform and ensure that verified accounts are meeting the company's standards for authenticity and credibility.
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What did Laura Wright of 'General Hospital' say?
On April 21, 2023, 'General Hospital' star Laura Wright tweeted "Well the check marks are gone. Hmmm not sure how long I’ll stay." This came after she lost her verification badge on Thursday.
Twitter initiated the removal of legacy verified check marks on Thursday, and if users opt out of paying for Twitter Blue, they will not be reinstated. Some soap stars, including Laura Wright, have voiced their concerns about losing their verification badges, and with good reason. Wright expressed her apprehensions, saying, "Anyone can say they are me with a blue check, now that's the scary part. So it kind of matters."
Well the check marks are gone. Hmmm not sure how long I’ll stay.
— Laura Wright (@lldubs) April 20, 2023
What is Twitter Blue?
Twitter has introduced a new subscription service called Twitter Blue, which costs $8 ($12.50) per month and provides users with a range of additional benefits. Previously, the blue tick verification badge, which indicated the authenticity of accounts belonging to public figures such as politicians, celebrities, and journalists, was available free of charge. Users who subscribe to Twitter Blue will receive several advantages, including priority in the algorithm, the ability to post longer audio and video content, and a reduction in the number of ads they see. Additionally, users with a blue tick will be able to add bold and italic text to their tweets, as well as edit their posts.
Furthermore, businesses and organizations can also pay for verification under Twitter Blue, receiving a gold tick once they have opted in. Twitter's decision to monetize its verification process provides a new revenue stream for the platform and allows users to access additional features and benefits beyond the standard service.
'General Hospital' is available across multiple platforms in the US.