Karla Sofía Gascón, star of “Emilia Pérez,” is addressing the backlash surrounding old controversial tweets that resurfaced during her best actress Oscar campaign. Gascón, the first openly trans performer to be nominated for best actress, faced criticism for past tweets expressing contentious views on the murder of George Floyd and Muslims in Spain.
In response to the controversy, Gascón apologized for her previous remarks and deactivated her Twitter account at her family’s request. She expressed her decision to protect her family from the hate and misinformation that was affecting them.
Transitioning to Instagram, Gascón reflected on her experience, reiterated her apology, defended herself, and maintained a positive outlook despite feeling that her detractors have already achieved their goal of tarnishing her reputation. She emphasized that she is not a racist and shared personal connections with individuals from different backgrounds.
Gascón acknowledged the need for self-improvement and learning, especially in the context of her increased visibility due to her role in the Oscar-nominated Netflix movie. She concluded with a message of hope and love, inspired by her mother’s desire for her well-being.
Overall, Gascón’s response to the resurfaced tweets highlights her commitment to advocating for a more just society and her determination to overcome the challenges posed by online criticism.