Netflix removes transgender actress Karla Sofia Gascón from Oscar campaign
Netflix removes transgender actress Karla Sofia Gascón from its Oscar campaign for Emilia Perez due to backlash over old social media posts, jeopardizing the film's frontrunner status. Gascón faces criticism for insulting Muslims, George Floyd, and black and Asian actors. The scandal has shaken Hollywood during awards season.
Key Points
- Netflix removed Karla Sofia Gascón from its Oscar campaign for Emilia Perez due to backlash over old social media posts
- Gascón faced criticism for insulting Muslims, George Floyd, and black and Asian actors
- The scandal has put the film's frontrunner status at risk and stirred controversy in Hollywood