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John Boyega On Speaking Out About ‘Star Wars’, Being A BLM Advocate: ‘This Is Who I Am’

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John Boyega is getting candid as the September issue cover star for Men’s Health. With three major projects in the works, the star is sharing how he’s using his platform to build not just a better version of himself, but to speak out for what he believes in.

An unapologetic supporter of the Black Lives Matter movements, Boyega tells Men’s Health, “Our empowerment is not your demise.” “Of course, there’s backlash.

Seen and unseen,” he says of the criticism he’s received for being outspoken in not just his support, but his experience as a Black man. “It’s just how it goes.

You’ll see who’s for you and who’s really not…. [But] this is who I am. I’m going to speak about what I believe in and make sure that whatever I do is aimed at supporting the people.” READ MORE: John Boyega, Regé-Jean Page & More Share Their Experiences In New ‘THR’ Drama Actor Roundtable When it comes to speaking honestly about his treatment as a Black man, Boyega says, “Any of us keeping our mouth shut at this point, it doesn’t really feel too comfortable.

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