A video posted on social media by Charlet Chung, the voice of D.Va in Overwatch, shows a shocking incident where she was allegedly harassed by a WestJet flight attendant after an altercation with a passenger sitting behind her. According to Chung, the incident began when the man behind her started kicking her seat and swearing, telling her to “f*** off.” The situation escalated when, inexplicably, the flight attendant appeared to side with the disruptive passenger, publicly reprimanding Chung and even moving her to a different seat.
Chung’s video highlights the troubling encounter, where she describes the moment as feeling “unfair and humiliating.” As one commenter noted on Reddit, “hearing someone curse out of context is enough for you to take a side??” This sentiment was echoed widely in the thread, with many questioning the flight attendant’s bias. Another user criticized, “The FA already made up her mind that she was going to give the Asian woman a bad time for talking back to her,” reflecting concern over whether racial bias may have played a role in the interaction.
In the video, Chung remained calm and composed as she tried to explain her side of the story to the flight attendant. Yet, when she mentioned the man’s swearing, the flight attendant’s dismissive response—”OK, maybe he did, maybe he did”—struck a nerve with many who watched. This perceived double standard frustrated viewers who felt that Chung was treated unjustly for merely trying to stand up for herself.
Throughout the ordeal, the attendant appeared focused on asserting authority, even reportedly threatening to “go back to the gate” if Chung continued. This “respect my authoritah” approach, as one commenter described, painted a picture of an airline representative seemingly more interested in asserting power than maintaining impartiality.
Social media responses have been swift, with calls for WestJet to address the situation transparently. According to a Reddit user, WestJet responded to messages on Instagram by stating that they were “looking into the situation” but couldn’t provide further details. Many, however, fear this will end up as another corporate controversy that quietly fades away. “Honestly, the playbook seems to be to do nothing and hope it blows over,” wrote one user, referencing a previous airline controversy that quickly disappeared from public view.
The event also spurred broader discussions on social media about power dynamics on flights, particularly regarding flight attendants’ authority. While most attendants are dedicated to ensuring a safe and positive experience for all passengers, incidents like this can shake public confidence. “The man was so clearly in the wrong, yet she was the one given a public dressing down,” said one commenter, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.
The backlash against WestJet continues to gain traction online, with many supporters rallying behind Chung and calling for accountability. Whether the airline will address these concerns remains to be seen.
