How to Lose an Oscar in 10 Days
Briefly

Karla Sofía Gascón, the star of 'Emilia Pérez', gained historical recognition for her role but faced severe backlash after old tweets surfaced. These tweets, which contained racist remarks and inappropriate jokes, led to a rapid decline in her standing in Hollywood. Despite a successful awards run, including being an Oscar nominee and winning a Golden Globe, her past behavior overshadowed her achievements. Gascón ceased following the typical protocol for awards season, instead choosing to publicly address the situation, becoming a controversial figure shortly before the Academy Awards.
Karla Sofía Gascón, initially celebrated for her role in 'Emilia Pérez', faces backlash from historical tweets revealing racism and crude humor, derailing her Oscar chances.
The trajectory of Gascón illustrates a stark contrast between her rising stardom tied to a message of acceptance and her sudden fall from grace.
Despite her previous accolades, including winning a Golden Globe and becoming an Oscar nominee, her past tweets led to a dramatic shift in public perception.
Gascón, who was poised to make history as an openly trans Oscar nominee, was forced to confront the consequences of her past in a public forum.
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