First Trans Actress Oscar Nominee Faces Online Threats After Historic Recognition

Karla Sofía Gascón, nominated for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' denounces organized online hate campaigns but remains resilient.

Karla Sofía Gascón is the first transgender woman to be nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars for her role in the musical-thriller 'Emilia Pérez.'
Following her historic nomination, Gascón has been subjected to insults, threats, and what she describes as an 'organized campaign' of online hate targeting her and the film.
The actress criticized the resurgence of regressive ideologies, linking it to the political climate, including Donald Trump's recent return to the U.S. presidency.
Despite the hostility, Gascón emphasized her pride in the recognition and expressed gratitude for the support from public figures, including Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
The French production 'Emilia Pérez' leads the 97th Oscars with 13 nominations, further highlighting its impact in this awards season.