- Karla Sofia Gascon Pulls Out of Presenting Duty Amid Backlash Controversy, she will not present at the Producers Guild Awards.
- She is skipping several awards shows due to resurfaced social media posts.
- The controversy involves offensive comments about Muslims and George Floyd.
- Gascón remains in the Oscars race despite public backlash.
- Netflix has shifted promotional focus away from her amid the controversy.
Karla Sofía Gascón, who made history as the first openly trans person nominated for an Academy Award in an acting category for her performance in *Emilia Pérez*, is currently facing significant backlash due to old social media posts that have resurfaced.
These tweets, which span from 2019 to 2024, contain offensive remarks about Islam and George Floyd, resulting in widespread criticism and allegations of racism and Islamophobia.
In light of the controversy, Gascón has released statements expressing her regret and claiming that her comments were often taken out of context. Nevertheless, Hollywood is starting to distance itself from her.
Netflix, the distributor of the film, has removed Gascón from promotional materials and intends to adjust posters to highlight co-star Zoe Saldaña more prominently.
Due to the ongoing backlash, Karla Sofía Gascón is opting out of several awards shows. She will not be attending the Critics Choice Awards or presenting at the Producers Guild Awards as she had originally planned.
Despite the controversy, Gascón is still in the running for Best Actress at the Oscars, but the situation presents a challenging environment for her campaign. This controversy could affect not only her chances but also those of *Emilia Pérez*, which has received 13 Oscar nominations.
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Last Updated on February 6, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
