Karla Sofía Gascón Addresses Past Tweets and Fallout from 'Emilia Pérez'
The actress issues an apology, reflects on personal struggles, and commits to growth after a turbulent Oscars season.
- Karla Sofía Gascón apologized for past offensive tweets, which resurfaced during her Oscars campaign, and pledged to continue learning and listening.
- The controversy led to tensions with Netflix and Gascón skipping key pre-Oscars events, though she later attended the ceremony and thanked the Academy for her recognition.
- She revealed the intense backlash caused her to delete her social media account and contemplate deeply personal struggles, including dark thoughts during the ordeal.
- Criticism surrounding 'Emilia Pérez,' including its portrayal of Mexico and comments by director Jacques Audiard, contributed to the film's unpopularity in Mexico.
- Zoe Saldaña, who won Best Supporting Actress for the film, expressed regret for offending audiences but defended the movie’s broader themes of systemic oppression and survival.