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Karla Sofía Gascón Faces Backlash Over Controversial Past Amid Oscar Buzz for 'Emilia Pérez'

Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly transgender actress nominated for an Oscar, apologizes for resurfaced derogatory posts as her film receives critical acclaim and backlash.

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Karla Sofía Gascón, nominated for an Academy Award for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' has issued an apology following the resurfacing of derogatory tweets about George Floyd, Islam, and immigrants. Her film, which combines musical and trans narratives, has received 13 Oscar nominations, making it a front-runner but also drawing criticism for its portrayal of Mexican culture. Despite success at the Golden Globes and BAFTAs, audience reception has been poor, with a significant divide between critical acclaim and viewer disapproval, leading to discussions of wider implications for both Gascón's career and the Oscars.

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