The Kristen Gray Bali Tweet Controversy began in January 2021 when Gray, an American expatriate, posted a viral Twitter thread detailing her luxury lifestyle in Bali for a low cost while encouraging others to move there during the global pandemic. The tweets sparked immediate international outrage, with locals and critics pointing out issues of neo-colonialism, gentrification, and potential legal violations regarding her visa and business activities. The meme usually involves screenshots of her original thread juxtaposed with the news of her subsequent deportation or snarky commentary on expatriate privilege. It remains a significant cultural touchstone for discussions on travel ethics, tax evasion, and the 'digital nomad' phenomenon.