Who Is Hannah Grubbs? Influencer Slammed for Complaining About Hurricane Melissa During Jamaica Trip

Travel influencer Hannah Grubbs is facing major backlash after posting several TikTok videos complaining about Hurricane Melissa “ruining her vacation” in Jamaica. The influencer’s comments, seen by thousands, sparked anger online as the Caribbean nation struggled through the Category 5 storm.

The Viral TikTok That Sparked Backlash

The controversy began on Friday, October 24, when Hannah shared a TikTok video showing her relaxing at a resort. The video’s text read: “On vacation in Jamaica during Hurricane Melissa.”
She later deleted the post after receiving criticism, according to The Independent.

In another video, Hannah joked that she was “pretending there’s not a category 5 hurricane about to hit Jamaica.” The clip showed a bartender serving drinks while strong winds blew across the resort. Viewers quickly called her out for being insensitive during a dangerous natural disaster.

She also uploaded another video from her hotel balcony, writing: “Hurricane Melissa out here messing with my vacation.” That clip was widely shared and criticized on X (formerly Twitter).

Who Is Hannah Grubbs?

Hannah Grubbs is a 24-year-old American influencer known for her travel and lifestyle content on TikTok and Instagram. She has over 30,000 Instagram followers and a similar number on TikTok.
Hannah often posts vacation vlogs, beauty tips, and hotel reviews from tropical destinations. Her content usually focuses on luxury travel experiences and beach life.

However, her recent videos have shifted the tone of her online presence, as viewers accused her of being “tone-deaf” and “disrespectful” while locals in Jamaica faced real danger.

Her Response to the Criticism

After facing online backlash, Hannah addressed the situation in a later post. On October 27, she shared that hotel staff had conducted safety meetings and taped X-shapes on glass doors to prevent them from shattering during strong winds.

She told followers: “After dinner, we’re supposed to stay in our rooms and not leave until they knock on our doors in the next couple of days.”

On October 28, she posted a new Instagram Story showing a satellite view of Hurricane Melissa, originally shared by AccuWeather. She added a short caption: “Currently stuck in Jamaica. Please say a prayer for Jamaica and all of its people ❤️.”

The Situation in Jamaica

According to BBC News, Hurricane Melissa brought heavy winds and massive destruction across Jamaica. Power outages affected millions, while several homes suffered roof and door damage.
The storm, initially labeled Category 5, later moved toward Cuba and the Bahamas. The U.S. National Hurricane Center reported wind speeds reaching 185 mph.