Entertainment
Susan Sarandon says film roles were revoked over Palestinian advocacy
Agencies continue advising producers against hiring Susan Sarandon over her pro-Palestinian advocacy, according to Variety.
The short version
- Susan Sarandon stated that talent agencies continue advising people not to hire her, causing recent movie roles to be canceled.[Variety]
- The Oscar-winning actor was previously dropped by the talent agency UTA in 2023 following remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally.[Variety]
- Director Andrea Pallaoro cast Sarandon in 'The Echo Chamber' despite being warned against working with her.[Variety]
Key facts
- Susan Sarandon said agencies are continuing to advise productions against hiring her, resulting in recent film roles being rescinded.[Variety]
- Talent agency UTA dropped Sarandon in 2023 after she spoke at a pro-Palestinian demonstration.[Variety]
- Director Andrea Pallaoro moved forward with casting Sarandon in 'The Echo Chamber' despite warnings not to hire her.[Variety]
What remains uncertain
- The specific agencies advising against hiring Sarandon and the particular movie projects rescinded were not named.[Variety]
Sources
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