'Emilia Pérez' Director Calls Karla Sofía Gascón's Racist Tweets 'Inexcusable'
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'Emilia Pérez' Director Calls Karla Sofía Gascón's Racist Tweets 'Inexcusable'

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Jacques Audiard, the director of the Oscar-nominated musical “Emilia Pérez,” is currently not speaking with the film’s star, Karla Sofía Gascón, and added, “and I don’t want to.” The film is up for 13 Oscars, including Best Actress for Gascón and Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay for Audiard, but its chances have taken a hit after some of Gascón’s racist tweets from years back resurfaced. Audiard told Deadline that the controversy over Gascón’s social media posts is “unfortunately” getting all the media attention, and “that makes me very sad.” The director said that he and Gascón shared a lot of trust while making the film, but the current situation is affecting their relationship. Because what Karla Sofía said is inexcusable.” Audiard said he hasn’t spoken to Gascón recently and admitted, “I don’t want to” because “she is in a self-destructive approach that I can’t interfere in, and I really don’t understand why she’s continuing.” He added that the star was harming herself as well as ”people who were very close to her.” “I’m thinking in this thing of how hurting others, of how she’s hurting the crew and all these people who worked so incredibly hard on this film. I just don’t understand why she’s continuing to harm us.” Audiard said Gascón “needs space to reflect and take accountability for her actions.” The resurfaced posts that started the controversy go back as far as 2018 and include hateful remarks about Muslims, a tweet about Adolf Hitler “simply” having “his opinion of the Jews,” and a description of George Floyd, the Black man murdered by Minneapolis police in 2020, that calls him “a drug addict and a scammer,” according to a HuffPost translation.

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'It's clear there was a campaign against me': Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon on her derailed Oscar chances
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'It's clear there was a campaign against me': Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon on her derailed Oscar chances

Hindustan Times  

Mexican actress Karla Sofia Gascon has broken her silence after a Twitter storm derailed her Oscar hopes for her role in ‘Emilia Perez.’ According to Deadline, in a recent event promoting her biographical book 'Lo que queda de mi', Gascon expressed her feelings about the backlash she faced over her historical social media posts. This handout pictures courtesy of the …

"It’s clear there was a campaign against me": Karla Sofia Gascon says ’campaign’ derailed her Oscar chances
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"It’s clear there was a campaign against me": Karla Sofia Gascon says ’campaign’ derailed her Oscar chances

Live Mint  

Washington, March 22 : Mexican actress Karla Sofia Gascon has broken her silence after a Twitter storm derailed her Oscar hopes for her role in 'Emilia Perez.' According to Deadline, in a recent event promoting her biographical book 'Lo que queda de mi', Gascon expressed her feelings about the backlash she faced over her historical social media posts. Gascon, who …

Madonna enrages fans by supporting trans Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon after her 'racist' tweets
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Madonna enrages fans by supporting trans Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon after her 'racist' tweets

Daily Mail  

Madonna has enraged her devout fanbase by supporting controversial Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon despite her 'racist' tweets scandal. Madonna has enraged her devout fanbase by supporting controversial Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon despite her 'racist' tweets scandal 'Madonna, I want to thank you for all the love you have shown me, for your invitation to the party …

Under-fire Emilia Perez actress Karla Sofía Gascón claims Madonna is 'supporting her' amid tweets controversy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Under-fire Emilia Perez actress Karla Sofía Gascón claims Madonna is 'supporting her' amid tweets controversy

Daily Mail  

Madonna is reportedly supporting under-fire Emilia Perez actress Karla Sofía Gascón, following her tweets controversy. Madonna is reportedly supporting under-fire Emilia Perez actress Karla Sofía Gascón, following her tweets controversy Karla has taken to Instagram to thank Madonna, 66, for her support and for inviting her to an Oscars afterparty Now, Karla has taken to Instagram to thank Madonna, 66, …

‘Emilia Perez’ finally won two Oscars, but silence on trans issues, Mexican criticism sparks backlash
3 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Emilia Perez’ finally won two Oscars, but silence on trans issues, Mexican criticism sparks backlash

The Hindu  

Despite its controversial run through awards season, Emilia Pérez took home two Oscars on Sunday night, with Zoe Saldaña winning Best Supporting Actress and the film’s musical number “El Mal” securing Best Original Song. Director Jacques Audiard’s admission that he did little research on Mexico only fueled the backlash, and the controversy intensified after lead actor Karla Sofía Gascón — …

Zoe Saldaña wins first Oscar, sweeping awards season as best supporting actress in ‘Emilia Pérez’
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Zoe Saldaña wins first Oscar, sweeping awards season as best supporting actress in ‘Emilia Pérez’

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Zoe Saldaña earned her first Academy Award for best supporting actress in “Emilia Pérez,” capping an already accomplished awards season Sunday. When you learn to let that go, it is about the work day in and day out, the day that you do win, you just have a deeper appreciation for it and you feel that you …

Oscars 2025: Conan O’Brien mocks Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofia Gascon with Anora joke; here’s what happened
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Oscars 2025: Conan O’Brien mocks Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofia Gascon with Anora joke; here’s what happened

Live Mint  

Oscars 2025: Oscars host Conan O'Brien, in his unique style, took a dig at Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón over her recent social media controversy, with a subtle joke on Best Picture awardee Sean Baker's Anora. That's three more than the record set by Karla Sofía Gascón's publicist.” He then told the Emilia Pérez actress, who came under fire …

Karla Sofia Gascon is welcomed at Oscars 2025 with brutal roast from host Conan O'Brien: 'She tweeted what'
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Karla Sofia Gascon is welcomed at Oscars 2025 with brutal roast from host Conan O'Brien: 'She tweeted what'

Hindustan Times  

Karla Sofia Gascon, the star of Emilia Perez, arrived at the 2025 Oscars after a rather controversial awards season courtesy of her old tweets resurfacing. Karla Sofia Gascon at the Oscars Karla Sofia Gascon missed several award shows in the run up to the Oscars after her old controversial tweets resurfaced. That's three more than the record set by Karla …

'Emilia Pérez' actress Karla Sofía Gascón appears at the Oscars despite backlash
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'Emilia Pérez' actress Karla Sofía Gascón appears at the Oscars despite backlash

NPR  

'Emilia Pérez' actress Karla Sofía Gascón appears at the Oscars despite backlash toggle caption Chris Pizzello/AP Emilia Pérez actress Karla Sofía Gascón appeared at the Oscars on Sunday night — a surprise for many following backlash to the actress' tweets in recent weeks. It led this year's Academy Award nominations with 13 nods, including Gascón's — a historic first acting …

Oscar contender ‘Emilia Pérez’ wins big at Césars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón in attendance
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Oscar contender ‘Emilia Pérez’ wins big at Césars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón in attendance

Associated Press  

PARIS — Oscar contender “Emilia Pérez” was named the best French film of the year at the Césars awards — France’s equivalent of the Oscars — and under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón, the star of Jacques Audiard’s Mexico-set melodrama, made a rare public appearance. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print The musical is one …

Oscar contender 'Emilia Pérez' wins big at Césars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón in attendance
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Oscar contender 'Emilia Pérez' wins big at Césars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón in attendance

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Oscar contender "Emilia Pérez" was …

3 things to know before the 2025 Oscars
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3 things to know before the 2025 Oscars

LA Times  

The 97th Academy Awards will be held on Sunday. Netflix’s Spanish-language crime musical “Emilia Pérez” broke the record for most nominations earned by an international film, and its star Karla Sofía Gascón became the first out trans woman to be nominated for an acting Oscar. Karla Sofia Gascón as Emilia Perez and Zoe Saldana as Rita Moro Castro in “Emilia …

Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon set to attend Oscars despite controversy
1 month ago

Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon set to attend Oscars despite controversy

Hindustan Times  

Oscar-nominated actor Karla Sofia Gascon has confirmed her attendance at the upcoming Academy Awards on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Actress Karla Sofia Gascon smiles during a press conference to promote the film Emilia Perez, in Mexico City, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. Karla to attend Oscars According to Deadline, sources close to Gascon who has won an …

‘Emilia Perez’ star Karla Sofia Gascon to attend Oscars despite controversy
1 month ago

‘Emilia Perez’ star Karla Sofia Gascon to attend Oscars despite controversy

The Hindu  

Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón is set to attend the Academy Awards this weekend, despite recent controversy over resurfaced social media posts. She previously opted out of attending several awards season events, including the Screen Actors Guild Awards, where she was nominated both individually and as part of the film’s ensemble. She has since apologised and announced earlier this …

Is Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón attending the Oscars amid tweet scandal?
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Is Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón attending the Oscars amid tweet scandal?

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Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón is reportedly set to attend …

Is Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón attending the Oscars amid tweet scandal?
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Is Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón attending the Oscars amid tweet scandal?

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Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón is reportedly set to attend …

‘Emilia Pérez’ star Karla Sofía Gascón to attend Oscars ceremony amid social media controversy
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‘Emilia Pérez’ star Karla Sofía Gascón to attend Oscars ceremony amid social media controversy

CNN  

CNN — “Emilia Pérez” star Karla Sofía Gascón is planning to attend the Academy Awards on Sunday, in spite of the backlash she has faced after offensive comments she posted on social media resurfaced and effectively derailed her history-making Oscar campaign. Gascón made history in January with her lead actress Oscar nomination for her performance in “Emilia Pérez,” becoming the …

From Zoe Saldaña to Jesse Eisenberg: 7 most memorable moments from BAFTAs
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From Zoe Saldaña to Jesse Eisenberg: 7 most memorable moments from BAFTAs

Deccan Chronicle  

The British Academy Film Awards, or BAFTAs, have given audiences some great moments in recent years. ‘’ singalong with Brian Cox Host David Tennant got the ceremony off to an amusing start with a pre-recorded bit where various actors give him a little pep talk, appearing in his dressing room mirror — including fellow Scot Brian Cox, who kicked off …

Emilia Pérez is a mess of a film – it is also a worrying tale of our time
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Emilia Pérez is a mess of a film – it is also a worrying tale of our time

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The Oscars are two weeks away. But, this year, there’s one conversation, and one conversation alone, being had: how do we solve a problem like Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón? open image in gallery The ‘Emilia Pérez’ cast at the 82nd Golden Globes in January Here, it received largely positive reviews and won the Jury Prize, plus the Best …

Netflix Finally Breaks Its Silence On 'Emilia Pérez' Controversy
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Netflix Finally Breaks Its Silence On 'Emilia Pérez' Controversy

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Netflix is standing behind “Emilia Pérez” despite the fog of controversy that has engulfed its principal star, Karla Sofía Gascón. “If you look at the nominations and all of these sort of awards that it’s received, I think it’s such a bummer that it’s distracted from that.” Until recently, “Emilia Pérez” looked poised to be an awards …

Netflix finally addresses Emilia Pérez controversy: ‘Such a bummer’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Netflix finally addresses Emilia Pérez controversy: ‘Such a bummer’

The Independent  

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The unravelling of an Oscar favourite
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The unravelling of an Oscar favourite

Deccan Chronicle  

For a time, Emilia Pérez seemed unstoppable. With 13 Academy Award nominations, the Spanish-French musical crime drama had positioned itself as a major contender for ‘Best Picture.’ But the film’s lead actress, Karla Sofía Gascón, finds herself at the centre of controversy. Inflammatory remarks Gascón’s earlier comments, dating back to 2016, include inflammatory remarks about Muslims, insensitive comments about George …

Karla Sofía Gascón left off BAFTAs guestlist while Emilia Perez co-stars Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez are confirmed to attend - after the actress withdrew from awards trail following uncovering of her
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karla Sofía Gascón left off BAFTAs guestlist while Emilia Perez co-stars Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez are confirmed to attend - after the actress withdrew from awards trail following uncovering of her

Daily Mail  

Karla Sofía Gascón has been left off the guest list of attendees for the BAFTA Film Awards, after several of her offensive social media posts resurfaced and sparked controversy amid allegations of racism, homophobia and body shaming. Karla Sofía Gascón has been left off the guest list of attendees for the BAFTA Film Awards, after several of her offensive social …

Emilia Perez actor Karla Sofia Gascon to skip BAFTAs amid controversy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Emilia Perez actor Karla Sofia Gascon to skip BAFTAs amid controversy

India Today  

Karla Sofia Gascon will not be attending the BAFTA Awards on Monday, February 17. The Emilia Perez star, who recently made history as the first openly trans actress to receive a BAFTA nomination, has remained absent from multiple award shows following the resurfacing of her past racist social media posts. The controversy erupted after journalist Sarah Hagi highlighted several of …

Selena Gomez breaks silence on Emilia Pérez controversy in lead-up to the Oscars
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Selena Gomez breaks silence on Emilia Pérez controversy in lead-up to the Oscars

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. I would never refer to her that way.” Selena Gomez admits ‘some of the magic …

Selena Gomez Shares Impact Of 'Emilia Perez' Co Star's Tweets
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Selena Gomez Shares Impact Of 'Emilia Perez' Co Star's Tweets

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LOADING ERROR LOADING During an onstage interview Sunday night at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, where Gomez was receiving the Virtuosos Award, she discussed the controversy’s effect on her. I live with no regrets, and I would do this movie over and over again if I could.” Although “Emilia Pérez” is up for 13 Oscars ― with Gascón nominated …

Karla Sofia Gascon breaks silence after Emilia Perez director's public criticism over controversial tweets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karla Sofia Gascon breaks silence after Emilia Perez director's public criticism over controversial tweets

Hindustan Times  

Karla Sofia Gascon, a fierce contender for Best Actress at this year’s Academy Awards, has found herself at the centre of a firestorm after a series of controversial social media posts resurfaced. Karla Sofia Gascon, under fire for controversial tweets, has received criticism from director Jacques Audiard, who called her comments 'inexcusable.' Gascon responds to Emilia Perez director In an …

Zoe Saldaña says she's ‘disappointed’ amid Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón controversy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoe Saldaña says she's ‘disappointed’ amid Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón controversy

Hindustan Times  

Zoe Saldaña is “disappointed” by her Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón's past offensive tweets. Speaking to Variety on Thursday, the 46-year-old, who received the Best Supporting Actress Oscar nod for the 2024 film directed by Jacques Audiard, revealed that she is still “processing” the controversy. Zoe Saldaña speaks out on Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón controversy Zoe Saldaña …

Disgraced 'Emilia Perez' star vows to remain 'silent'
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Disgraced 'Emilia Perez' star vows to remain 'silent'

Raw Story  

Actor Karla Sofia Gascon appeared to step back Friday from the Oscar campaign for her hit Netflix narco-musical "Emilia Perez" after her offensive past social media posts hit its chances of glory. Gascon, the first transgender woman nominated for best actress, plays a Mexican cartel boss in the movie, which won a record number of Oscar nominations for a foreign-language …

Karla Sofía Gascón responds to Emilia Perez director’s disavowal over resurfaced tweets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karla Sofía Gascón responds to Emilia Perez director’s disavowal over resurfaced tweets

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Karla Sofía Gascón has responded to criticism from Emilia Perez director …

The never-ending Emilia Perez fiasco has created the most open Oscar race in decades
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The never-ending Emilia Perez fiasco has created the most open Oscar race in decades

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Until a couple of weeks ago, Netflix’s Emilia Perez – a Spanish-language French musical film …

Karla Sofía Gascón's posts derailed an Oscars run. In Spain, that raised eyebrows
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karla Sofía Gascón's posts derailed an Oscars run. In Spain, that raised eyebrows

NPR  

Karla Sofía Gascón's posts derailed an Oscars run. Karla Sofía Gascón is a trans woman, and that matters in Spain To give you an idea how big of a deal Karla Sofía Gascón's Oscar nomination for Emilia Pérez was in Spain, here are two relevant details: First: Gascón is the first openly trans actress to be nominated for an Academy …

Emilia Pérez director Jacques Audiard thinks Karla Sofía Gascón is ‘self-destructive’ and won't talk post controversy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Emilia Pérez director Jacques Audiard thinks Karla Sofía Gascón is ‘self-destructive’ and won't talk post controversy

Hindustan Times  

Celebrated French filmmaker Jacques Audiard, known for directing Emilia Pérez, has distanced himself from the film’s lead actor, Karla Sofía Gascón, following controversy over her past offensive social media posts. Acclaimed French director Jacques Audiard, who led Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón to a historic Best Actress Oscar nomination before controversy arose over her past offensive social media posts, …

Zoe Saldana and Jacques Audiard cut ties with Karla Sofia Gascon amid ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoe Saldana and Jacques Audiard cut ties with Karla Sofia Gascon amid ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy

The Hindu  

As the controversy surrounding Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón intensifies, co-star Zoe Saldaña and director Jacques Audiard have publicly distanced themselves from the actress following the resurfacing of her past social media posts, which have been criticised for Islamophobic rhetoric. I don’t understand it, and what I don’t understand about this too is why she’s harming people who were …

Explaining the curious case of Emilia Pérez, the controversy-hit Oscar frontrunner
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Explaining the curious case of Emilia Pérez, the controversy-hit Oscar frontrunner

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Pérez” is an Oscar contender unlike any other. …

Karla Sofía Gascón: A timeline of the controversy surrounding Oscar-nominated Emilia Pérez star
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karla Sofía Gascón: A timeline of the controversy surrounding Oscar-nominated Emilia Pérez star

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Independent film critic Clarisse Loughrey argued that: “Emilia Pérez’s Oscar nomination haul is regression …

Zoe Saldaña says she’s taking ‘time to process’ ‘Emilia Pérez’ costar Karla Sofía Gascón’s comments
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoe Saldaña says she’s taking ‘time to process’ ‘Emilia Pérez’ costar Karla Sofía Gascón’s comments

CNN  

CNN — Zoe Saldaña isn’t letting the controversy surrounding her “Emilia Pérez” costar Karla Sofía Gascón’s offensive social media comments take the joy out of her experience as an Oscar nominee, but she says she still has a lot to process about it. Saldaña earned her first-ever Academy Award nomination in the best supporting actress category for Netflix’s “Emilia Pérez,” …

Zoe Saldaña responds to Karla Sofía Gascón controversy: ‘We are responsible for everything we say’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoe Saldaña responds to Karla Sofía Gascón controversy: ‘We are responsible for everything we say’

LA Times  

Zoe Saldaña said the backlash against her “Emilia Pérez” co-star Karla Sofía Gascón makes her “sad,” but she’s still trying to experience the “joy” of her own awards campaign and the film’s achievements. Zoe Saldaña is “still processing” the controversy that has embroiled her Oscar-nominated film “Emilia Pérez.” Saldaña’s costar Karla Sofía Gascón recently came under fire for resurfaced, offensive …

Netflix makes striking Emilia Perez decision amid Karla Sofía Gascón Oscar controversy
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Netflix makes striking Emilia Perez decision amid Karla Sofía Gascón Oscar controversy

The Independent  

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Netflix dissociates from Karla Sofia Gascon amid ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix dissociates from Karla Sofia Gascon amid ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy

The Hindu  

Netflix is taking steps to distance itself from Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón following backlash over resurfaced social media posts deemed Islamophobic and racist. The controversy has significantly impacted the film’s Oscar campaign, leading to changes in promotional strategies and Gascón’s absence from key industry events. Gascón, who made history as the first openly transgender performer nominated for Best …

Netflix drops 'Emilia Perez' star Oscar bid over offensive posts: reports
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix drops 'Emilia Perez' star Oscar bid over offensive posts: reports

Raw Story  

Netflix has dropped Karla Sofia Gascon, the star of "Emilia Perez," from its high-profile Oscars campaign and distanced itself from the best actress nominee over her offensive social media posts, Hollywood trade outlets reported Tuesday. Images of Gascon, who made history as the first openly transgender acting nominee in Academy Awards history, had adorned posters, billboards and But that campaign …

Netflix removes Karla Sofia Gascon from Emilia Perez Oscar campaign over racist, Islamophobic posts: Reports
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix removes Karla Sofia Gascon from Emilia Perez Oscar campaign over racist, Islamophobic posts: Reports

Hindustan Times  

Netflix has dropped Karla Sofia Gascon, the star of Emilia Perez, from its high-profile Oscars campaign and distanced itself from the best actress nominee over her offensive social media posts, Hollywood trade outlets reported Tuesday. Actress Karla Sofia Gascon smiles during a press conference to promote the film Emilia Perez, in Mexico City, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. Netflix removes Karla …

Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón won't attend Critics Choice Awards amid controversy over tweets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón won't attend Critics Choice Awards amid controversy over tweets

Hindustan Times  

Karla Sofia Gascon, the lead star of Emilia Perez, made history as the first transgender actress to get an Oscar nomination in the Best Actress category. Spanish actress Karla Sofia Gascon at the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs on January 3, 2025. The report also added that the actor will …

Oscars 2025: How the ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy has created the messiest awards race in years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Oscars 2025: How the ‘Emilia Perez’ controversy has created the messiest awards race in years

The Hindu  

There are bad Oscar campaigns, and then there are campaigns so catastrophically self-inflicted that they make you wonder if someone, somewhere, lost a bet. At the eye of the storm is Karla Sofía Gascón, Emilia Pérez’s once-celebrated star, whose nomination made her the first openly transgender performer recognized by the Academy. Saldaña’s once-assured win is now in jeopardy, and even …

Column: How Karla Sofía Gascón turned a historic Oscars first into a historic Oscars nightmare
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Column: How Karla Sofía Gascón turned a historic Oscars first into a historic Oscars nightmare

LA Times  

Karla Sofía Gascón has put Oscar voters between a historic first and a hard place. When she received a nomination for lead actress for her work in Netflix’s film “Emilia Pérez,” Gascón became not only the first out transgender person to be nominated for an acting award, but also the odds-on favorite. Recently resurfaced racist, anti-Muslim and openly anti-diversity tweets …

‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Refuses To Withdraw From Oscar Nomination After Racist Tweets Resurface
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Refuses To Withdraw From Oscar Nomination After Racist Tweets Resurface

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Karla Sofía Gascón, the lead actor in the film “Emilia Pérez,” is resisting calls to withdraw her historic Oscar nomination in the face of backlash over a slew of controversial and bigoted social media posts. Gascón, the first openly transgender person to have received a nomination in an acting category at the Oscars, told CNN’s Juan Carlos …

Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon tears up, pleads 'not a racist' amid backlash over controversial tweets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon tears up, pleads 'not a racist' amid backlash over controversial tweets

Hindustan Times  

Karla Sofia Gascon, the Oscar-nominated star of Emilia Perez, fought back tears during an emotional interview as she addressed the controversy surrounding resurfaced social media posts. Gascon broke down in tears while addressing racism backlash Gascon insisted that she is not “a racist” in her hour-long interview with CNN es Espanol as she cried and addressed her controversial social media …

‘I’m not racist’: Emilia Perez star Karla Sofía Gascón breaks down in tears in interview
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘I’m not racist’: Emilia Perez star Karla Sofía Gascón breaks down in tears in interview

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Karla Sofía Gascón, the Oscar-nominated star of Emilia Perez, broke down …

Karla Sofía Gascón posts apology, defends tweets: ‘I am not racist’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karla Sofía Gascón posts apology, defends tweets: ‘I am not racist’

The Hindu  

Karla Sofía Gascón has reiterated an apology for her past tweets containing Islamophobia, anti-Black rhetoric and derogatory references to George Floyd’s murder. Stating that she’s “not racist”, the Oscar nominee began the post, titled “How it happened with Emilia Peréz: Everyone can change for the better, including me,” with a declaration that “They already won.” “What I would like to …

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