Matthew Lillard Regrets Acting in Scream 7 After Melissa Barrera Fired
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Matthew Lillard expressed feeling "ashamed" for starring in "Scream 7" after co-star Melissa Barrera was fired from the franchise due to her social media posts criticizing Israel amid the Gaza war.
- Barrera was removed by the franchise's producer, Spyglass, citing a zero-tolerance policy for antisemitism and hate speech, following her comments related to the conflict.
- Lillard criticized the lack of public support for Barrera, stating she was "on the right side of history" and that her firing was "really fucking bullshit."
- He acknowledged his own decision to participate in "Scream 7" without standing up for Barrera was a mistake, calling it "brutal" and admitting he felt embarrassed and ashamed.
- Lillard also highlighted his activism, mentioning his past outspoken stance against ICE and his commitment to supporting queer and trans communities.
