Ali Arsalan
In recent years, a powerful movement called #MeToo has brought significant changes to Hollywood. Survivors of misconduct have bravely shared their stories, leading to a shift in how these allegations are addressed.
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, actress Rebecca Romijn has finally spoken out about her decision to remain silent regarding allegations against Bryan Singer and Brett Ratner. However, the question arises, why her voice remained silent in the face of allegations against industry figures?
Rebecca Romijn Didn’t Speak Out About #MeToo Allegations Because Others Had Already Done So
In a recent interview, Romijn, known for her role in the ‘X-Men’ franchise and her portrayal of a trans woman on ABC’s ‘Ugly Betty,’ opened up about her unique experiences and shared her thoughts on why she didn’t publicly address the allegations against her former X-Men directors, Bryan Singer and Brett Ratner.
While discussing her career journey and her involvement in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Romijn explained that other cast members had already addressed the controversies surrounding the original X-Men trilogy. Romijn emphasized that she didn’t feel the need to say more, focusing on moving forward in her career.
Rebecca Romijn Reflects on X-Men Experience and Trans Representation
X-Men stars Halle Berry and Alan Cumming have spoken out about their experiences with Bryan Singer, highlighting his unpreparedness and difficult behavior on set. Rebecca Romijn, however, chose not to extensively address the matter, except for expressing her dissatisfaction with director Brett Ratner.
Romijn also discussed her portrayal of Alexis Meade, a trans character on “Ugly Betty,” and her belief in casting trans actors for such roles. She acknowledged the challenges faced in the industry and the impact her character had on trans representation.