Starbucks fires barista over viral “bodoh” remark at KLIA

LocalBusiness & Finance
23 Sep 2025 • 7:44 PM MYT
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KUALA LUMPUR: Starbucks Malaysia dismissed a barista after a viral video showed her muttering “bodoh” at a Chinese tourist ordering at its KLIA Terminal 2 outlet.

The company apologised, saying the act violated its values, and pledged stronger training on cultural sensitivity.

The dismissal comes as Starbucks faces boycotts, reporting a RM292 million net loss for FY2025 and cutting outlets from 408 to 320 nationwide.

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