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John Boyega rips Disney for relegating role of Black 'Star Wars' character: ‘Let’s be honest’

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John Boyega is issuing a message to Disney following his milestone foray into becoming  the first-ever Black Stormtrooper in “The Force Awakens” – a feat the “Star Wars” franchise championed as a monumental leap forward for minority performers in its promotion of the 2014 blockbuster.

But the British-Nigerian actor said the experience was anything but inclusive and in an interview with British GQ, claimed that his role was relegated in comparison with his White co-stars.

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