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Disney's Captain Durag Sparks Outrage Over Stereotypes

2/21/2026

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Disney's Captain Durag debuted January 15 in Hey AJ!, designed by Camille Corbett, and sparked controversy for a superhero wearing a durag cape.
Critics call the character offensive and stereotypical and vent outrage on social media.
Martellus Bennett, the show's creator, defends the character, saying it reflects black life and imagination.
Disney has faced prior backlash for perceived "woke" content in other productions.

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Disney's Captain Durag debuted January 15 in Hey AJ!, designed by Camille Corbett, and sparked controversy for a superhero wearing a durag cape.
Critics call the character offensive and stereotypical and vent outrage on social media.
Martellus Bennett, the show's creator, defends the character, saying it reflects black life and imagination.
Disney has faced prior backlash for perceived "woke" content in other productions.