Karla Sofía Gascón Faces Backlash, Gains Support

Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly trans actor nominated for a Best Actress Oscar, faced significant backlash when offensive social media posts resurfaced, affecting her mental health and career. The backlash resulted in Netflix distancing itself from her, and she skipped several major awards events, although she attended the Oscars amidst controversy. Gascón issued apologies, acknowledging her past mistakes and expressing her commitment to learning and making amends, while reflecting on the severe emotional toll the situation took on her. Despite the controversy, she received support from notable figures such as Madonna, who invited her to an Oscars after-party. Gascón has spoken about the experience as a 'devastating storm,' expressing gratitude for the support she did receive and hope for future growth. The situation has sparked discussions about the impact of social media controversies on public figures and the support systems available to them.