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Star Wars actor John Boyega slams Disney for favouring white co-stars – PerthNow
Groundbreaking Star Wars actor John Boyega has slammed Disney for favouring his white co-stars, claiming he was ‘pushed to the side’ because of his race.
Groundbreaking Star Wars actor John Boyega has slammed Disney for favouring his white co-stars, claiming he was pushed to the side because of his race.
The 28-year-old, who played Finn, made history as the first black stormtrooper in 2015s The Force Awakens.
In an explosive interview with GQ, Boyega claimed his role in the films was part of a Disney marketing strategy to be seen as more inclusive.
What I would say to Disney is do not bring out a black character, market them to be much more …
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