Overview

• Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly transgender Best Actress Oscar nominee, is under scrutiny for past racist and anti-Muslim tweets, leading to calls for accountability.
• Netflix, which secured 13 Oscar nominations for 'Emilia Pérez,' has reportedly scaled back Gascón's involvement in its awards campaign, focusing instead on other nominees like Zoe Saldaña.
• Zoe Saldaña, a co-star in 'Emilia Pérez,' recently won the Critics Choice Award for Best Supporting Actress, solidifying her as a strong contender for an Oscar in the same category.
• The controversy has sparked questions about Netflix’s vetting process for nominees and the broader implications for the film’s chances in major categories, including Best Picture.
• Gascón has publicly apologized for her past statements, but her participation in the SAG Awards and Oscars remains uncertain, as Netflix prioritizes damage control.