Egypt disputes Cleopatra's skin color in Netflix drama
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Egypt has accused Netflix of falsifying Egyptian history by presenting Cleopatra as black in its new docudrama, African Queens: Queen Cleopatra. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in Egypt has hit back with evidence they claim proves Cleopatra had a 'light complexion' with 'Hellenistic characteristics'. The four-part Cleopatra series will explore the legacy, intellect and life of Cleopatra VII, the Greek Queen of Egypt from 51 to 30 BC. The series is set to air on May 10 and has sparked controversy over historical accuracy.
- Egypt hits back at Netflix's Cleopatra and say she 'had white skin' Daily Mail
- Cleopatra was light-skinned, Egypt tells Netflix in row over drama The Guardian
- Cleopatra was not Black, Egypt tells Netflix ahead of new series NBC News
- Cleopatra controversy continues as Egypt’s antiquities ministry responds to Netflix director Yahoo Entertainment
- Cleopatra Casting Controversy Sparks Response From Egyptian Government Agency Screen Rant
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