Karla Sofía Gascón Apologizes After Offensive Tweets Resurface Ahead of Oscars
The 'Emilia Pérez' star, the first openly trans actress nominated for Best Actress, faces backlash for past comments targeting Muslims and Afro-Americans.
- Karla Sofía Gascón, nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars for 'Emilia Pérez,' has apologized for resurfaced tweets deemed offensive to Muslims and Afro-Americans.
- The tweets, posted years ago, included derogatory remarks about Islam, George Floyd, and diversity at the 2021 Oscars, sparking widespread criticism.
- Gascón issued a statement expressing remorse, citing her own experience as a marginalized individual and her commitment to creating a better world.
- The controversy has led Gascón to deactivate her account on X (formerly Twitter), citing harassment, death threats, and concerns for her family's safety.
- 'Emilia Pérez,' a French film with 13 Oscar nominations, is now under scrutiny, with some analysts questioning the potential impact on its awards prospects.
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