In a bold and heartfelt statement, actress Melissa Barrera addresses her recent departure from Scream VII and the controversy surrounding her social media posts. “First and foremost, I condemn Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. I condemn hate and prejudice of any kind against any group of people,” Barrera voiced on Instagram Stories.
As a proud Mexicana, Barrera emphasizes the significance of using her platform to shed light on important issues and advocate for those in need. “Every person on this earth- regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or socio-economic status- deserves equal human rights, dignity, and freedom,” she reaffirms.
Expressing her belief that criticizing a governing body should not equate to condemning an entire group of people, Barrera adds, “I pray day and night for no more deaths, for no more violence, and for peaceful co-existence.”
With conviction, she declares, “Silence is not an option for me,” making it clear that she will continue to speak out for the marginalized and advocate for peace and freedom.
Responding to Barrera’s departure, Spyglass Media asserts their zero tolerance for Antisemitism and hate speech. “Spyglass’ stance is unequivocally clear: We have zero tolerance for antisemitism or the incitement of hate in any form,” they declared in a statement.
Following Barrera’s exit, Jenna Ortega is also confirmed to be departing from the production of the horror film. It is clear that Barrera’s abrupt departure from the film has caused quite a stir in the entertainment industry, leaving fans and fellow actors alike to ponder on the implications of social media posts in today’s rapidly changing society.
