'Bad Mom' Sophie Turner Fires Back at Criticism After Concert Appearance

Sophie Turner, known for her role in Game of Thrones, posted an Instagram carousel photos and videos from an Oasis concert at London's Wembley Stadium, captioned, "Bucket hats & beers ... That'll do me. Thank you @levis." The post drew mixed reactions; one user commented, 'lmfao I think she has forgotten that she has two kids.' Turner swiftly replied:

'Ah I'm so sorry sometimes I forget some people can't think for themselves. So...Get this...There's this crazy thing called shared custody. Maybe, just maybe, they were with their dad that day.'

Her reply provided context around her parenting situation, pointing to an existing custody arrangement rather than absence or neglect. This exchange reframed the narrative from personal attack to logistical reality.

Custody and Co-Parenting Arrangements

Turner and her ex-husband, Joe Jonas, finalized their divorce in September 2024 after several months of legal proceedings. The final agreement included a joint custody arrangement for their two daughters, Willa (5) and Delphine (3), which allows them to split time between both parents.

Court documents from late 2023 outlined an alternating schedule agreed upon through mediation. The arrangement enables each parent to spend significant time with the children while accommodating both Turner's and Jonas's work commitments.

Since the agreement was reached, both Turner and Jonas have spoken publicly about maintaining an amicable co-parenting relationship. In May 2025, Jonas called Turner an 'incredible mom' and described their setup as 'a beautiful co-parenting relationship' during a live interview.

Prior Controversies and Context

The scrutiny isn't new. During their divorce proceedings in late 2023, Turner was portrayed by some media outlets as neglecting motherhood, a narrative she addressed directly. In a June 2024 British Vogue interview, she described reading those articles as a deeply painful experience and reaffirmed that she had never been a partier.'

She explained that her priority had always been her children and that her personal life was often misinterpreted or taken out of context. The recent Instagram exchange reflects the same clarification she offered in that interview: criticism alone doesn't define parenting and should be contextualised with accurate information.

Social Media Reaction

The exchange quickly circulated across social media platforms, with screenshots shared on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram. Many commenters expressed support for Turner, pointing out that joint custody inherently means both parents will have personal time away from their children.

Several users also noted the disparity in public reactions toward mothers and fathers in similar circumstances. Others thanked Turner for directly addressing the comment rather than ignoring it, framing her reply as a straightforward correction rather than a personal attack.

Continuing Public Interest

Turner's public life has remained a focus of media coverage since her high-profile relationship and subsequent split from Jonas. The latest incident adds to a series of viral moments in which the actor's social media activity has prompted discussion far beyond her fan base.

Entertainment outlets and celebrity blogs have continued to monitor both her career projects and personal milestones, including upcoming film roles and time spent in the U.K. with family.

While Turner has not released any further statements regarding the concert criticism, her original post remains live, with comments still accumulating. For now, her brief but pointed reply stands as the only direct response to the accusation, which provides a clear reminder of the parenting arrangement she and Jonas share.