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Johnny Flynn says he received “homophobic abuse” for playing David Bowie

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08.01.2021 - 16:11

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Johnny Flynn has said he received “homophobic abuse” for playing David Bowie in Stardust.The actor, speaking to NME in a new interview, detailed the “hate mail” he received from fans regarding his depiction of the beloved musician.“I’m not big into social media, but I was getting a lot of violent hate mail and stuff from people saying: ‘You played him like he’s insecure,'” Flynn said. “And then homophobic abuse: ‘You’re playing him all fey.

Why is he wearing a dress?’”“It’s weird,” he went on. “It’s like the world hasn’t changed. People get upset about Harry Styles wearing a dress.

So I’m happy that the film might be an education for people that breaks down some made-up version of David that they have in their mind.”Flynn continued: “That.

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