Ayo Edebiri’s Poised Response to Interview Question Goes Viral
During a press interview for the film After the Hunt at the Venice International Film Festival, actress Ayo Edebiri drew widespread attention for her composed and thoughtful response to a question initially directed at her co-stars, Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield.
Italian journalist Federica Polidoro asked a question concerning the impact of the #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements, addressing it solely to Roberts and Garfield. Edebiri, the only Black cast member present, was not initially included.
Recognizing the oversight, Edebiri responded with measured clarity:
“I’m not sure if that was intentional, but I think both movements are still very active, even if they’re less visible in the media.”
Her comment was met with visible support from Roberts and Garfield, who underscored the continuing relevance of both movements.
The exchange quickly went viral online, with viewers praising Edebiri for handling the situation gracefully and drawing attention to the ongoing significance of social justice issues.
Polidoro later addressed the backlash, stating that there was no intention to exclude Edebiri and expressing regret over any misunderstanding.
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