Ncuti Gatwa Discusses Racial Disparities in Hollywood, Criticizes 'White Mediocrity'
Actor Ncuti Gatwa highlights the unequal standards for Black and white actors, emphasizing the need for self-acceptance beyond societal pressures.
- Ncuti Gatwa, star of 'Doctor Who' and 'Barbie', speaks out against the celebration of 'white mediocrity' over Black success in the entertainment industry.
- Gatwa addresses the pressure on Black individuals to be flawless to receive recognition, contrasting with lesser expectations placed on their white counterparts.
- The actor reflects on personal growth and self-love, rejecting the notion that he needs to be exceptional to be loved.
- Gatwa's casting as the first Black Doctor in 'Doctor Who' faced backlash, underscoring ongoing racial tensions in casting decisions.
- He advocates for a faster shift in Hollywood's racial dynamics, noting that changes are happening but could accelerate.