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Stephen A. Smith criticized Donald Trump for not denouncing a transphobic remark about Michelle Obama made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit during UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, arguing the president should have condemned the comments and escorted Hokit out, while Dana White condemned the remark and Trump remained silent.
Moby said he could no longer listen to the Kinks’ 1970 hit Lola after finding its lyrics “gross and transphobic.” Dave Davies responded on X defending the song, arguing it isn’t transphobic and highlighting LGBTQ history connected to Lola, including a letter from Jayne County praising the track. The exchange touches on Lola’s gender-bending themes and the broader context of its era.
Team leaders of Los Angeles' Angel City FC criticized a teammate's op-ed calling for strict gender standards in the NWSL, which they and other players condemned as racist and transphobic, emphasizing the team's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Keira Knightley apologized for voicing a character in the new Harry Potter audiobooks amid fan boycotts over J.K. Rowling's transphobic remarks, with mixed reactions to her apology and ongoing debates among fans about supporting Rowling's work.
Over 11 queer authors and judges have withdrawn from the UK-based Polari Prize and Polari First Book Prize in protest of the inclusion of John Boyne, a self-proclaimed TERF, due to his anti-trans views, sparking widespread community backlash and ongoing withdrawals. Meanwhile, legal actions and policy changes continue to impact transgender individuals in Georgia prisons and US military retirement policies.
Tom Felton expressed gratitude for J.K. Rowling and her impact on the Harry Potter franchise despite controversy over her transphobic comments, emphasizing the unifying power of Potter and maintaining his positive relationship with Rowling and the franchise.
HBO is moving forward with a new Harry Potter series, despite controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views. While Rowling remains heavily involved in the project, her statements have alienated parts of the fanbase and cast a shadow over the franchise. Some fans and actors have expressed support for trans rights, while others defend Rowling. The fandom is divided, with some advocating for boycotts and others seeking ways to engage with the series while opposing Rowling's views. HBO maintains that Rowling's involvement is beneficial, but the series faces challenges in uniting its audience.
A possible bug in Call of Duty's latest update has led to a right-wing conspiracy theory about "trans bullets," with transphobic commentators falsely claiming the game promotes transgender violence. The issue appears to be isolated to a specific weapon skin and is likely a result of the game's complex shader system. Activision has not commented on the matter, but the controversy highlights ongoing tensions around LGBTQ+ representation in gaming.
Richard Dreyfuss tried on dresses at a pro-LGBTQ store before making transphobic and sexist remarks at a theater event, angering the store's staff and prompting them to create a fundraising shirt for LGBTQ youth.
"Emilia Pérez" star Karla Sofía Gascón has sued French far-right politician Marion Marechal for "sexist insult due to one's gender identity" following a transphobic social media post. Marechal's comments, made after Gascón's historic win at Cannes, have sparked outrage and led to legal action supported by six LGBTQ groups. If found guilty, Marechal could face imprisonment and fines.
Karla Sofia Gascón has filed a legal complaint against French far-right politician Marion Maréchal-Le Pen for transphobic comments made on social media after Gascón's historic Best Actress win at the Cannes Film Festival. The complaint, which follows a similar filing by six French LGBT+ groups, accuses Maréchal-Le Pen of "sexist contempt related to gender identity," a recently introduced offence in France's Criminal Code. Maréchal-Le Pen has dismissed the legal actions as intimidation by LGBT activists.
Actor Richard Dreyfuss sparked outrage at a "Jaws" screening event in Beverly, Massachusetts, with a transphobic, misogynistic, homophobic, and sexist rant, leading to audience walkouts and an apology from The Cabot theater. The theater expressed regret for the incident and committed to better uphold their values of inclusivity and respect.
Actor Richard Dreyfuss caused outrage at a "Jaws" screening event in Beverly, Massachusetts, with a transphobic, misogynistic, homophobic, and sexist rant, leading to audience walkouts and a public apology from the hosting Cabot theater. The theater expressed regret for the incident and committed to better uphold their values of inclusivity and respect.
French LGBT+ organizations have filed a complaint against far-right politician Marion Maréchal-Le Pen for transphobic comments she made about Karla Sofía Gascón's historic Best Actress win at the Cannes Film Festival. Maréchal-Le Pen dismissed the complaint, asserting biological definitions of gender, while LGBT+ groups argue her remarks contribute to violence and discrimination against transgender individuals.
Richard Dreyfuss's appearance at a "Jaws" screening in Beverly turned controversial when the actor launched into a transphobic, misogynistic, and homophobic rant, prompting many attendees to walk out. The event, which was meant to celebrate the film and Dreyfuss's career, left audience members feeling disturbed and upset. The Cabot theater expressed regret over the incident, emphasizing that Dreyfuss's comments do not reflect their values of inclusivity and respect.