Over 800 Black Actors Rally in Support of Francesca Amewudah-Rivers Against Racist Abuse

The entertainment community reacts strongly as Francesca Amewudah-Rivers faces intense online racism following her casting in 'Romeo & Juliet'.

Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, cast as Juliet in a London production of 'Romeo & Juliet', has received widespread racist abuse online.
Over 800 Black actors, including notable figures like Lashana Lynch and Marianne Jean-Baptiste, have signed an open letter condemning the abuse.
The Jamie Lloyd Company, producers of the play, have publicly denounced the racism and pledged to support their cast.
The open letter emphasizes the industry's ongoing struggle with racism and calls for better support for Black artists.
Despite the backlash, the production has sold out and is set to transfer to Broadway after its London run.