Follow us on Google News
Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed
Melissa Barrera was recently subjected to several headlines after she was fired from the upcomingScream 7due to her social media posts. The actress, prominent for her role as Sam Carpenter in the latest twoScreaminstallments was embroiled in a major controversy after her posts were considered antisemitic.
Following her firing from the upcoming slasher flick, the Mexican actress has taken to her Instagram story to issue an official statement. Melissa Barrera didn’t shy away from admitting that silence can never be an option for her.
What did Melissa Barrera say about her departure fromScream 7?
Melissa Barrerajoined theScreamfranchise in the fourth installment. Her addition to the cast as Sam Carpenter alongsideJenna Ortega‘s Tara Carpenter was one of the main highlights of the movie. The duo worked so well with the audience that they were also cast inScream VIwhich was a huge commercial and critical success.
Also Read:Producers Want to Take a Drastic Step to SaveScream 7After Jenna Ortega and Melissa Barrera Leave the Movie: Reports
But recently her Pro-Palestinian posts on Instagram stories regarding the ongoing Israel-Hamas war have led to her firing fromScream 7.Spyglass Media Group has deemed her comments to be antisemitic and removed her from the slasher despite the success of her former films. The production company has issued an official statement (viaIndependent):
“Spyglass’ stance is unequivocally clear: We have zero tolerance for antisemitism or the incitement of hate in any form, including false references to genocide, ethnic cleansing, Holocaust distortion or anything that flagrantly crosses the line into hate speech.”
Melissa Barrera’s firing caused a stir on the internet and the fans were divided on the controversial decision by the studio. However, the 33-year-old didn’t want to stay silent and issued an official response on herInstagramstory.
TheIn the Heightsfame stated that she has always condemned hate for any specific group of people. Like other people, she has always felt the need to raise awareness about the ongoing issue and she will continue doing so.
“I believe a group of people are NOT their leadership, and that no governing body should be above criticism. I pray day and night for no more deaths, for no more violence, and for peaceful co-existence. I will continue to speak out for those that need it most and continue to advocate for peace and safety, for human rights and freedom. Silence is not an option for me.”
On the other hand, with the exit of Jenna Ortega as well, the future ofScream 7looks very bleak. While the firing of Melissa Barrera already divided the fanbase, further developments are making the movie’s future look less hopeful.
Also Read:Jenna Ortega AbandoningScream 7Due to “Scheduling Conflicts” May Have a Deeper Meaning Than You Realize Following Melissa Barrera Firing
What is the future ofScream 7?
Following the controversial firing of Melissa Barrera, it was soon reported byDeadlinethat Jenna Ortega would not return to the movie as well. However, it was confirmed that the exit of Ortega was due to her scheduling conflicts with the next season ofWednesdayand unrelated to Barrera’s firing.
But with the void of two major attractions from the upcoming sequel, it can’t be denied thatScream 7is in a big mess right now. Recently the director of the movie Christopher Landon also addressed in a presently-deleted tweet (viaDeadline) that the firing was not his decision-“Stop yelling. This was not my decision to make”
Reportedly, the movie’s script is going through a complete overhaul right now and it will not be a lie to admit that the future looks uncertain due to all the latest developments. The absence of Sam and Tara Carpenter is sure to make a lasting impact on the reception of the movie even if it’s completed successfully.
Also Read:“They made a HUGE mistake”: Jenna Ortega QuittingScream 7Right After Her Co-star Melissa Barrera’s Controversial Firing Upsets Fans
Subham Mandal
Senior Writer
Articles Published :1461
Subham Mandal is currently working as a content writer for FandomWire with an ardent interest in the world of pop culture. He has written more than 1000 articles on different spheres of modern pop culture and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. He’s also an experienced student journalist having demonstrated work experience with the Times of India. He aspires to be a column writer in the future.
