David Cotterill, former Premier League winger, has sparked controversy with his latest social media post aimed at linking porn star Bonnie Blue to the conflict in Ukraine. Known for his outspoken views and conspiracy theories, Cotterill took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his belief about the media's portrayal of Blue amid the war. "It's funny this clown woman sleeping with a thousand men is coming out when Ukraine have been exposed. It's all done by design to distract people. Wakey Wakey," he tweeted.
At 37 years of age, Cotterill has been no stranger to controversy. The ex-footballer, who represented Wales 24 times and played for clubs like Wigan Athletic and Birmingham City, has previously voiced conspiracy theories on significant events. Among them, his claims surrounding the tragic Uvalde school shooting, where he suggested the incident was staged with 'crisis actors' to manipulate public sentiment against guns.
Bonnie Blue, whose real name is Tia Billinger, recently made headlines herself when she claimed to have had sex with 1,057 men over 12 hours—a feat many observed with incredulity. Cotterill’s comments came shortly after her sensational statement, with the former player implying her media presence serves as a distraction from more serious issues, such as the war between Russia and Ukraine.
War broke out between Russia and Ukraine on February 24, 2022, following years of rising tensions after Russia's annexation of Crimea back in 2014. Over 12,000 lives have been lost due to the conflict, which has continually drawn international attention and concern. Interestingly, former President Donald Trump recently made headlines for his own controversial remarks, asserting incorrectly, "You've been there for three years. You should have ended it. You should have never started it. You could have made a deal," reflecting his mixed messages about the war.
Cotterill's tweet was met with swift backlash as users flooded the platform with mocking responses. One user quipped, "Are you ok? Did you head the ball a bit too often?" Another replied, "Thanks for waking me up pal. Now what do I do with this information? Lead me, guide me." Such responses highlighted how disconnected Cotterill's notions seem from mainstream thought.
Unfazed by the mockery, Cotterill responded with six laughing emojis and tweeted again: "People are miles off it. So many are only just gathering covid was all corrupt. They aren't ready for the Ukraine s*** yet…" His defiantly provocative stance continues to draw mixed responses from fans and critics alike.
After retiring from professional football, Cotterill has since engaged with fans on social media, sharing his unique interpretations of various topics, often pertaining to national and global events. He played for numerous clubs throughout his career, including noted stints at Bristol City and ATK in India. Cotterill later briefly returned to the game with Barry Town United and Newtown, both teams based in Wales.
Cotterill's online persona has attracted attention not only for its controversial themes but for its bold assertions—bringing celebrity culture, personal conflicts, and worldwide events together under the lens of his conspiracy lens. The question now largely remains: how far will Cotterill push the envelope, and what other connections will he attempt to draw?
His comments remind us of the curious intersection between celebrity antics and serious global matters, raising eyebrows and provoking ire across the internet. Whether these connections hold any weight is up for debate, but for Cotterill, it appears he's merely continuing along his established path of challenging mainstream narratives.