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Throughout her statements, Rivo has been labeled by critics as a "woke activist" — a term often used dismissively to describe individuals who are perceived to prioritize social justice issues strongly. Critics argue that Rivo’s focus on her identity as a Black queer woman and her desire to see these aspects reflected authentically in her roles are signs of her being overly politically correct or excessively vocal.
Some detractors suggest that she cannot seem to stop emphasizing her identity and social values, which they say detracts from her artistic work. Others view her as a passionate advocate for representation and diversity, which they see as ultimately positive but sometimes overly zealous according to their perspective.