Karla Sofía Gascón Reflects on Past Controversy and Mental Health Struggles

The 'Emilia Pérez' star addresses backlash over resurfaced tweets and shares her commitment to growth and mental health advocacy.

Karla Sofía Gascón faced significant backlash after past tweets with offensive remarks about Muslims, George Floyd, and the Oscars resurfaced during awards season.
The actress, the first openly transgender nominee for Best Actress at the Oscars, apologized for her past comments and expressed a commitment to learning and personal growth.
Gascón revealed the emotional toll of the controversy, including experiencing overwhelming pain and contemplating 'the unthinkable' during the fallout.
She emphasized the importance of mental health awareness and pledged to use her experiences to foster compassion, understanding, and dialogue.
Despite the controversy, 'Emilia Pérez' received 13 Oscar nominations, winning two, though the film and its cast faced criticism for cultural insensitivity.