A luxury detective page on Instagram has accused popular comedian AY Makun of showing off a counterfeit Hermès bag. The controversy began after AY shared a photo on his Instagram page in February. He proudly displayed what appeared to be a designer Hermès bag.

T20Luxury, a well-known page that specializes in luxury products, challenged the authenticity of the item. The page called out the comedian on Sunday through their official Instagram account. They urged him to stop supporting counterfeit fashion.

The luxury page posted a side-by-side comparison. They showed AY’s photo next to an image of the genuine Hermès bag. The differences were noticeable to trained eyes.

“Dear AY, as a key stakeholder in the entertainment industry and a beneficiary of genuine creativity, it’s more honorable to refrain from supporting the counterfeit fashion industry,” T20Luxury wrote. They added, “Upholding authenticity is important to preserving our reputation as leaders within the Black community.”

This public callout has sparked varied reactions online. Many social media users shared their opinions about the situation.

Mr.charleswealth started: “Na the same thing, but AY’s own was rushedly made. Nobody’s gonna know.”

Some defended the comedian’s choice. Cindy_official1111 wrote: “I’m a lover of originals too, but it’s his choice.”

Others used the opportunity to share advice. Segun122 commented: “This is what I told my friend back then in university days—that instead of buying fake brand-new designer wear, why not go for Akube (used original) or buy brand-new ZARA and wear it with pride?”

Gabzy.001 noted: “I don’t subscribe to calling him out online, but for those people supporting him because he’s a known public figure, I hope he won’t cry the blues when someone decides to sell pirated copies of his movie.”

mr_jakan05, commented: “Nigerian celebrities and their fake life is not helping we Nigerians both home and abroad.”

AY Makun has not yet responded to the allegations about his designer bag.