Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Orlando Bloom Faces Backlash for Inappropriate Beach Photo of Daughter

Orlando Bloom is under fire after posting a photo of his naked daughter onto Instagram before editing it to have an emoji covering her

Orlando Bloom Under Fire for Sharing Naked Photo of Daughter on Social Media

In a move that has left fans and critics alike scratching their heads, Orlando Bloom, 48, posted a racy photo of himself and his four-year-old daughter Daisy on Instagram, only to delete it shortly after, sparking a heated debate about the boundaries between parenting and public displays.

The Lord of the Rings actor's decision to share the intimate snap has raised eyebrows among social media users, who took to Reddit to express their outrage. "Some parents are such idiots," one user wrote. "They don't post this child's face on social media, so they do understand privacy but then post a naked pic. Make it make sense." Another chimed in: "I can't help but feel like you have to be so out of touch to think it's okay to post a naked photo of your daughter, to a huge fanbase, and not consider the repercussions."

Over the weekend, the actor shared a glimpse into his wholesome beach break with daughter Daisy on Instagram

Bloom's decision to share the photo initially sparked confusion among his fans, who were left wondering what had changed since he posted it just hours before without any explicit content. The caption "Some fun being had [sun emoji]" seemed innocuous enough, but the real question on everyone's mind was: why did he feel compelled to post a photo of himself and his daughter in such an intimate setting?

The backlash against Bloom has been swift and merciless, with many users taking to social media to express their disapproval. "Why are people saying protect the child?" one user countered. "Jeez my childhood photos would have had loads of stickers over them, bare butts everywhere." Another chimed in: "Are we really going to shame parents for posting naked pictures of their kids on social media? Let's be real, it's a different world out there."

But not everyone is condemning Bloom's actions. Some fans are defending the actor, citing his intention to share a genuine moment between himself and his daughter as an innocent and harmless act. "She's gonna be four… I don't understand everyone's comments here," one user wrote. "She's going swimming with her father. Again she is four. This is not, not a normal thing… he covered her butt in the picture." Another added: "Why are people trying to make it weird?"

The Lord of the Rings star looked ever the doting dad as he proudly filmed Daisy running along the beach flying a kite

As Bloom continues to weather the storm of criticism, his ex-fiancée Katy Perry has been making headlines of her own. The singer and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were spotted enjoying a dinner date at a Montreal restaurant, sparking rumors that they may be getting cozy. However, sources close to the couple claim their meeting was purely platonic.

Meanwhile, Bloom's sense of humor about his love life hasn't gone unnoticed. When satirical news site The Onion posted a joke photo of him on a date with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, he playfully responded in the comments section with clapping hand emojis. It seems that even in the face of controversy, Bloom remains unphased and is ready to poke fun at himself.

The actor's recent breakup with Perry has been amicable, according to sources close to the couple. "Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable," a representative told The Scholarly Note. "They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is - and always will be - raising their daughter with love, stability, and mutual respect."

Orlando and Katy (pictured) last reunited in July for a mini reunion in Italy with their daughter Daisy and his son Flynn, 14, who he shares with ex-wife, Miranda Kerr

As for Bloom's recent Instagram posts, it appears that he's been trying to move on from the drama surrounding his breakup by sharing photos of himself and his adorable daughter enjoying quality time together. With a series of snaps showcasing their beach vacation, including one where Daisy is seen flying a large kite and another where she's snuggled up with her dad on the patio, it seems that Bloom is determined to show the world what really matters in life: family.

However, not everyone is convinced by his attempts to clear the air. As the drama surrounding his breakup continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Bloom will be able to shake off the controversy and emerge unscathed. One thing's for sure - with a daughter like Daisy on the scene, there's always going to be plenty of drama and excitement in store for fans of the actor.