The piece begins with a reflection on racial discrimination and the possibility that individuals may not succeed simply because they werent good enough, rather than solely due to racism. Denzel Washingtons recent criticism of Oprah Winfrey for allegedly taking advantage of black actors is discussed. with other celebrities like 50 Cent also joining the conversation. Taraji P. Hensons vocal stance against the disparities faced by black actors in Hollywood is highlighted, along with support from Gabrielle Union and Keke Palmer. Denzel Washingtons own experiences with the darker aspects of the movie industry are explored, including an eye-opening interview where he discussed being pressured into roles that conflicted with his beliefs. The narrative shifts to the Sony email hack scandal in 2014, where leaked emails revealed a producers advice to avoid casting black actors for better international appeal. This revelation prompts Denzel to confront the industrys tendency to profit off black suffering. Tarajis recent revelation about almost walking away from The Color Purple project due to pay disputes adds to the ongoing discussion about inequality in Hollywood. The publics reaction to Oprahs involvement in the controversy and speculations about Denzels next steps are also
mentioned, inviting viewers to share their thoughts in the comments.
