Gina Carano, known for her role in The Mandalorian, is breaking her silence on what she calls one of Hollywood’s most aggressive cancellations. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Carano expressed her feelings of “disrespect” and “shame” after being ousted from the series.
Carano recalls the moment she learned of her termination, expressing shock at the “horrendous statement” released by Lucasfilm and Disney. The actress, who played Cara Dune in the Star Wars series, was fired in February 2021 due to controversial social media posts, including ones about COVID-19 and voter fraud.
Defending her actions, Carano explained that her intent was to promote unity and discourage hatred, but her posts sparked backlash, particularly one comparing political differences to the treatment of Jews in Nazi Germany.
In response to her firing, Carano filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination and discrimination, with support from Elon Musk. She praised Musk for using his resources to fight injustice, contrasting his actions with those of other billionaires.
Reflecting on her career and the controversy surrounding pronoun use on social media, Carano expressed frustration at the backlash she received, describing it as a disproportionate response to her actions.
Despite the challenges she’s faced, Carano remains determined to “clear her name” and continue her career. With a focus on growth and learning, she refuses to let the cancellation define her.
Carano’s termination came as a blow to fans of “The Mandalorian,” where she played a prominent role. While her character was expected to feature in a spinoff series, those plans were scrapped following her dismissal.
As Carano strives to move forward, the entertainment industry awaits Disney and Lucasfilm’s response to her latest revelations.
