Martina Navratilova Rips Columnist for Misogynistic Piece on Taylor Swift

Tennis legend and LGBTQ+ activist Martina Navratilova has slammed a Newsweek columnist for a piece criticizing pop star Taylor Swift and pushing back on the notion that she is a role model.

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is among those who have criticized a Newsweek columnist for a piece criticizing pop star Taylor Swift and pushing back on the notion that she is a role model.

The column, titled "Taylor Swift Is Not a Good Role Model," was written by John Mac Ghilionn and published on Thursday. In it, Mac Ghilionn argues that Swift, who is 34 and has had several relationships, is "unmarried and childless" and that her "revolving door of relationships" raises questions about stability, commitment, and love.

Martina Navratilova Rips Columnist for Misogynistic Piece on Taylor Swift

Navratilova was among those who ripped the piece, calling it "a massive pile of misogynistic bull." She added, "This guy should be ashamed of himself and I can't believe he writes for Newsweek...and they printed it. I mean..."

Others have also denounced the column as "sexist."

Martina Navratilova Rips Columnist for Misogynistic Piece on Taylor Swift

Swift has been dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce since last summer. The two made things official when she showed up to a Chiefs game in September.

The two have been the talk of the sports and pop culture world since then. Swift was there to support Kelce as he won his third Super Bowl title. In turn, Kelce has joined Swift overseas for her concert tour.

Martina Navratilova Rips Columnist for Misogynistic Piece on Taylor Swift

A body language expert told Fox News Digital that it seems Swift "feels protected" by Kelce.

It seems as though the two are extremely happy in their relationship. Swift is likely the catalyst for a whole new group of Chiefs fans over the last year as well.

Martina Navratilova Rips Columnist for Misogynistic Piece on Taylor Swift

The Newsweek column has sparked a debate about whether Swift is a good role model for young women. Some argue that her personal life is not a reflection of her values or her music. Others argue that her choices do send a message to young women about relationships and love.

Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether or not they believe Taylor Swift is a good role model. However, it is important to remember that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. What may be a good role model for one person may not be a good role model for another.