Akkaya Slams Ex-Husband Over Daughter’s Economy Flight
Former Model’s Social Media Outburst Sparks Debate on Parental Responsibility
Deniz Akkaya, a prominent figure in the Turkish entertainment scene, has ignited a new public discussion following a fiery social media post criticizing her ex-husband, Efe Önbilgin. The former model expressed outrage over her 16-year-old daughter, Ayşe Önbilgin, being booked on an economy class flight while he traveled in business class.
‘Father’s Cheapskate Behavior’ Denounced
The public outcry began when Akkaya shared her frustration online, detailing the disparity in travel arrangements for her daughter’s trip to Izmir. She highlighted her own consistent practice of ensuring her daughter traveled comfortably.
Oğlumun babası, kızımı ekonomiye bindirmiş, kendisi business’ta… Bunu nasıl yaparsınız ya? #DenizAkkaya #EfeÖnbilgin #Çocuklarımızz
— GURBETÇİ (ALMANYA) 🇩🇪🇹🇷 (@gurbetcii) May 10, 2024
Akkaya stated, “After 1 hour, my daughter will ride on the plane to go to Izmir ticket economy was taken. As for me, I always blown my daughter at Business. If I couldn’t fly at Business, I passed VIP. I have the opportunity, I did.”
Financial Disparity Sparks Parental Criticism
She further questioned her ex-husband’s parenting choices, particularly concerning the financial burdens of school fees. Akkaya pointedly asked if he ever considered his daughter’s feelings when making such decisions.
“You’re angry that I’m not calling you a man, but I’m very right. The man will not behave like this! This is not to make an economy or something, friends, being a daughter of a daughter requires paying attention to them.”
—Deniz Akkaya
Akkaya emphasized that the issue wasn’t solely about saving money but about demonstrating care and respect for a child under 18. The practice of booking economy class for a minor while the parent opts for a more luxurious option was deemed inappropriate.
Context: Generational Wealth and Spending Habits
This incident comes amid ongoing discussions about generational wealth and spending habits. For instance, a recent survey indicated that parents in higher income brackets are significantly more likely to prioritize premium travel experiences for their children, often spending up to three times more on children’s activities and travel compared to lower-income families (Pew Research Center, 2023).
Akkaya concluded her statement by expressing disbelief, asking, “What does it mean to buy an economy ticket to a child under 18 years of age! You don’t even fly next to you.” Her comments have resonated with many who advocate for equitable treatment of children by their parents, regardless of marital status.
