The star of Disney's upcoming 'Snow White' reboot, Rachel Zegler, has sparked controversy with her social media comments denouncing supporters of former President Donald Trump.
- November 15, 2024
AceShowbiz - Rachel Zegler, the 23-year-old actress set to play Snow White in Disney's live-action adaptation, has come under fire for her posts condemning Donald Trump and his supporters. In now-deleted Instagram stories, Zegler criticized Trump's election win as a "deep sickness" in the country and expressed fear for the future of her hypothetical daughter. She also urged Trump supporters to "never know peace."
Zegler's comments have sparked backlash on social media and have drawn criticism from conservative commentators like Megyn Kelly. Kelly branded Zegler a "pig" on her SiriusXM show, comparing her to Gina Carano, who was fired from Disney's "The Mandalorian" for comparing the treatment of Jews in Nazi Germany to that of conservatives in the US.
Disney has remained silent on Zegler's comments. However, it is facing pressure from critics who argue that her views are incompatible with the company's family-friendly image.
In the wake of the controversy, Zegler has taken to Instagram to apologize for her remarks. Disney has no plans to postpone the release of "Snow White", which is scheduled to premiere in March 2025.
Zegler's comments have reignited debates about the role of political activism in Hollywood. Critics have accused her of being intolerant and divisive, while supporters have defended her right to express her views. The incident also highlights the ongoing tensions between Disney's traditionally conservative audience and its push to embrace more progressive values.
