Before the 2025 Oscars, Academy CEO Bill Kramer publicly addressed the controversy surrounding best actress nominee Karla Sofia Gascón, the first transgender woman nominated in this category. Gascón faced backlash for old social media posts deemed controversial, prompting Kramer to clarify the Academy's stance against hate speech while honoring her historic nomination. He emphasized the importance of respect during the awards ceremony, reminding attendees that the focus is on celebrating all nominees, not just one individual, amidst the glaring controversy surrounding Gascón.
The Academy does not condone hate speech - I want to be very clear about that. Karla's nomination is historic. That's really important. She's still a nominee.
If Karla joins us for the night, I hope there is an air of respect. We have over 200 nominees. The night is about much more than one person.
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