Content creator Scully has weighed in on Madame Joyce’s take on men dating women for “social currency,” following her recent comments about Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s relationship.

Taking to X, Scully argued that people shouldn’t dismiss someone’s fame simply because they’re unfamiliar with them, particularly when it comes to athletes. He compared it to recognising reality TV personalities without necessarily watching their shows, suggesting that visibility can exist outside of personal interest or direct engagement with a specific industry.

The discussion gained further traction when presenter Zeze Mills responded, defending Madame Joyce’s original point. Mills argued that reality stars sit firmly within global pop culture, benefiting from constant online visibility, whereas certain sports, particularly basketball, don’t always carry the same cultural weight outside of the United States despite their strong domestic influence.

The exchange has since widened the conversation around global visibility across industries, highlighting how fame doesn’t always translate internationally. It also touches on how algorithms, media coverage, and cultural proximity shape who people recognise and value. While opinions remain divided, many continue to support Joyce’s stance that some figures hold more “social currency” than others, a dynamic that can influence not only public perception, but even romantic pairings.