Ice Spice is voicing the character Isis Gaston in the new SpongeBob SquarePants movie, which opened in theaters today. Earlier this week, she sparked controversy after appearing at the film’s premiere wearing a revealing outfit that many critics felt was not appropriate for a children’s franchise. Parents and commentators on social media questioned whether her appearance aligned with the family-friendly image of SpongeBob, while others defended Ice Spice, arguing that artists should be free to express themselves and that the premiere was an adult industry event, not a children’s screening. The debate has since fueled broader conversations about celebrity image, marketing for kids’ movies, and differing expectations placed on female artists in the public eye.




