Karla Sofía Gascón Faces Backlash Over Past Tweets During Historic Oscar Run

The first openly transgender actress nominated for an Academy Award confronts criticism for resurfaced social media posts, prompting Netflix to scale back its support for 'Emilia Pérez.'

Karla Sofía Gascón, star of Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez,' is the first openly transgender actor nominated for an Oscar, with the film receiving 13 nominations, a record for a non-English language movie.
Resurfaced tweets from Gascón, including comments on Islam, George Floyd, and diversity at the Oscars, have led to widespread backlash and accusations of racism and Islamophobia.
Gascón has apologized for the posts, deactivated her X (formerly Twitter) account, and denied being racist, while defending her Oscar nomination as recognition of her acting work.
Netflix has reportedly distanced itself from Gascón, removing her from promotional materials and ceasing financial support for her awards campaign appearances.
Criticism of 'Emilia Pérez' extends beyond Gascón, with the film facing backlash for its depiction of Mexico, trans issues, and reliance on stereotypes, despite its high-profile accolades.