Gina Carano has opened up about her departure from Lucasfilm and Disney back in 2021.
She played Cara Dune in the first two seasons of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian.” Initially, there were grand plans for her character, including leading her own spinoff series. However, everything changed after Lucasfilm and Disney severed ties with the ex-MMA fighter due to her controversial political posts on social media. In a fresh interview with THR, Carano shared that she learned about her “Star Wars” exit by reading the news online and shared her emotional response to the situation.
Carano expressed her devastation, revealing she broke down in tears and felt overwhelmed by the situation. She was shocked that such a powerful entertainment entity would publicly criticize her after their professional collaboration.
Lucasfilm’s statement clarified that Carano would not return as Cara Dune in “The Mandalorian” Season 3 or any future “Star Wars” projects. The statement criticized her social media posts, labeling them as offensive towards people’s cultural and religious identities.
Recently, Carano decided to take legal action. With support from X owner Elon Musk, she filed a lawsuit against Disney and Lucasfilm, claiming discrimination. This legal battle has given Carano a renewed sense of purpose, helping her overcome feelings of hopelessness.
Carano discussed the personal toll of becoming a target of public disrespect and shame, emphasizing how fighting back has been empowering for her.
Regarding her future in mainstream TV and movies, Carano stated she has no regrets and values the lessons learned from this challenging experience. She believes there’s room for growth in Hollywood, similar to her own personal development.
Carano remains optimistic about the future, suggesting that a change in Hollywood’s approach could foster growth and understanding.
This information was reported by The Hollywood Reporter.