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Snow White, Rachel Zegler and a toxic debate that's not going away


Published on 2025-03-29 21:44:26 - BBC
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  • Whether you like the new Snow White film or you hate it, it's hard to escape the debate around its lead actress, Rachel Zegler. The 23-year-old star has dominated conversation about the film, as people either blame her for its poor reviews or leap to her defence,

The article from MSN discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding the casting of Rachel Zegler as Snow White in Disney's upcoming live-action remake. The debate centers on issues of racial representation, with critics arguing that casting a Latina actress in a role traditionally depicted as white undermines the story's authenticity and represents "woke" culture overreach. Conversely, supporters of Zegler's casting highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in modern media, pointing out that fairy tales are adaptable and should reflect contemporary societal values. The discussion has escalated into a toxic debate, with some fans expressing outrage over the change, while others celebrate it as a step towards more inclusive storytelling. The article also touches on how this casting choice has reignited conversations about race, representation, and the evolution of classic tales in Hollywood.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/celebrities/snow-white-rachel-zegler-and-a-toxic-debate-that-s-not-going-away/ar-AA1BValf ]