Amandla Stenberg has expressed her disappointment but not surprise over the cancellation of the Star Wars spin-off series, The Acolyte, attributing its end to a backlash of 'hyper-conservative bigotry and vitriol.' Stenberg highlighted the hatred faced by the cast since the show's announcement, citing prejudiced attacks and hateful language. Ahmed Best, who has also experienced fan backlash in the past, voiced his support for Stenberg and the show’s cast. Despite its early cancellation due to low viewership and ratings, the series had a significant impact on its participants. Stenberg remains grateful for the support received from fans and emphasized the importance of staying true to one's values amid adversity.