Embattled Over Caustic Tweets, ‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Karla Sofía Gascón Releases Statement Of Apology
deadline.comOscar-nominated Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón has issued an apology through Netflix for the caustic social media missives she posted half a decade ago, which have imperiled her awards-season chances. “I want to acknowledge the conversation around my past social media posts that have caused hurt.
As someone in a marginalized community,” she said, “I know this suffering all too well and I am deeply sorry to those I have caused pain.
All my life I have fought for a better world. I believe light will always triumph over darkness.” How quickly the fortunes of Oscar turn when old social media posts are not done away with.
Earlier this week, it seemed like Gascón had a good shot at making history and becoming the first transgender actress to win the Best Actress Oscar, this after she gave a stirring speech when the film won the Golden Globe.
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