![]() Why are diverse casting decisions so controversial, especially with fictional shows? We talked with someone who studies and writes about fandom about the backlash. ![]() Davies say they can’t wait to see what Gatwa does with the role, but others are criticizing the series for what they say is a “woke” casting decision. BBC announced that “Sex Education” star Ncuti Gatwa will take on the title of the Doctor in the next season of “Doctor Who.” Many fans and even showrunner Russell T. Before we get started, let’s learn a little bit more about the book, and trust me it sounds amazing There’s a city. ![]() Unfortunately, Jeffries isn’t the only actor getting mixed fan reactions. Today I’m interviewing Briana Lawrence, author of I Am Magical, the first book in the magnifiqueNoir series, which will provide major representation for many minority groups. And angry fans made their feelings known by getting the 12-year-old star’s TikTok banned. Jeffries is Black and in the book it’s implied that Annabeth is white. ![]() But last week, it was announced that Leah Jeffries would play the roleĪnnabeth Chase, and some fans weren’t exactly thrilled - despite author Rick Riordan choosing Jeffries to play a character he created. ![]() In April, fans learned Walter Scobell landed the role of demigod Percy Jackson, and they celebrated. Since Disney+ announced it was adapting the popular YA series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” into a show, fans have been eager to see who would play the main characters. ![]()
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