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Karla Sofía Gascón Withdraws from Awards Amid Controversy

2/9/2025

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Spanish actress Karla Sofía Gascón has chosen to step back from the Emilia Pérez awards campaign amid backlash over her controversial remarks about Islam and George Floyd. In response to director Jacques Audiard's criticism, she has decided to let the film convey its message, expressing remorse for the pain her words caused.

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Spanish actress Karla Sofía Gascón has chosen to step back from the Emilia Pérez awards campaign amid backlash over her controversial remarks about Islam and George Floyd. In response to director Jacques Audiard's criticism, she has decided to let the film convey its message, expressing remorse for the pain her words caused.