White Privilege or Dangerous Parenting? A Controversial Cliff Dive Ignites Debate.

The incident took place at Clifton Beach, where Gee and his family were vacationing. 

In a story that has set the internet ablaze with controversy, Garrett Gee, a father from Cape Town, is facing intense backlash for his unconventional parenting style. 

Gee, who describes himself as a "boundary pusher," took extreme measures to teach his 7-year-old son a lesson in facing fears by throwing him off a cliff.

The incident took place at Clifton Beach, where Gee and his family were vacationing. The young boy, named Cali, was initially apprehensive about jumping into the water. In an effort to "teach him a lesson about facing fears," Gee took matters into his own hands and tossed his son off the cliff.

While the father claimed to have taken precautions, like ensuring his son landed in the water instead of sand, the young boy was later seen struggling to walk. Garrett Gee acknowledged that his parenting style might not be well-received by most people, stating, "I realize that not everyone will like my style of parenting."

The video of the incident went viral, sparking outrage and debate around the world. Critics have called Gee's actions reckless and dangerous, with some even questioning whether his race played a role in the lack of legal consequences. Despite the backlash, no charges have been filed against the father.

Gee defended his actions, explaining that he wanted to empower his son and help him overcome his fears. He compared his son to a "baby eagle" who needed a little push to take flight. While some supporters have praised Gee's commitment to teaching his son valuable life lessons, others remain concerned about the potential risks and long-term effects of such extreme methods.

As the debate rages on, this incident raises important questions about parenting styles, risk-taking, and the line between teaching resilience and endangering a child's safety. With no legal consequences for Garrett Gee, the public is left to grapple with the ethics and potential implications of his actions, and to consider whether this is a case of privilege or simply an unorthodox approach to parenting.