September 8th 2025.
During a press junket for the upcoming film After the Hunt, actor Ayo Edebiri found herself feeling slighted by an interviewer who excluded her from a conversation about social justice movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter. Despite being the only Black woman on the panel, the interviewer directed the question solely to co-stars Andrew Garfield and Julia Roberts. This left Edebiri to eloquently speak about the current state of these important movements on her own behalf.
The film centers on a sexual assault scandal and draws inspiration from the #MeToo movement, so it is natural for the trio to face questions related to social justice causes. However, the interviewer's decision to leave out Edebiri from the conversation was met with shock and confusion from all three actors. In response, the 29-year-old actress questioned the interviewer's intentions and spoke out on her own behalf.
When the interviewer asked about the future of these movements after they are "done," Edebiri interjected, "Well, sorry, I know that that's not for me. And I don't know if it's purposeful, if it's about me – but I just am curious. I don't think it's done." She then went on to explain how these movements are still very active and necessary, especially for vulnerable communities. Her co-stars, Roberts and Garfield, echoed her sentiments.
As the moment went viral, many people called out the interviewer for their tone-deafness and insensitivity towards Edebiri's identity as a Black woman. Some even deemed it "actual insanity" to exclude her from a question about Blackness while including two white co-stars. Others praised Edebiri for eloquently speaking out and saving the interviewer from being called out for their insensitivity.
This instance sheds light on the marginalization that Black actors face in the entertainment industry, even when it comes to topics that directly impact them. It serves as a reminder that there is still work to be done in terms of representation and inclusivity in Hollywood. As the conversation around these important movements continues, it is crucial to ensure that all voices are heard and given equal space to speak their truths.
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