Zoe Saldaña has publicly addressed the resurfacing of controversial tweets by her Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón. The tweets, which included racist, homophobic, and anti-Islam sentiments, sparked significant backlash when they resurfaced.
Saldaña condemned Gascón’s past behavior, making it clear that she does not condone such rhetoric. She emphasized that she does not tolerate any form of hate speech directed at marginalized groups. Despite Gascón’s past actions, Saldaña encouraged the public to focus on the broader message of Emilia Pérez, a film celebrated for promoting love, inclusion, and respect for diversity.
The controversy comes amid the film’s success, having earned 13 Oscar nominations, including acting nods for both Gascón and Saldaña. The film has also been praised for its themes of trans representation and its cultural impact. However, the resurfacing of these tweets has caused ongoing conversations about the responsibilities of public figures and the impact of their past actions.
Zoe Saldaña expressed her sadness and continued to process the events surrounding the controversy involving her Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofía Gascón, during a Q&A for the film in London. While she did not specifically mention Gascón or the controversial posts, Saldaña’s response reflected her emotional state after the recent turmoil.
Saldaña, who was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez, was joined at the event by the film’s director, Jacques Audiard. Gascón, who had originally been scheduled to attend the event, was absent. The omission of Gascón’s presence at the Q&A only fueled further speculation about the fallout from the social media posts. Despite the controversy, Saldaña’s focus remained on the film’s themes and its positive message, while navigating the complex situation surrounding her co-star.#newsafro_
