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Diana Bradley
May 14, 2024

Bumble removes ‘vow of celibacy’ ads following backlash

Bumble said it has heard criticism of the ad and is removing it from a global campaign.

Bumble 'will continue to listen to feedback from our members,' it said. (©Getty Images)

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