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The article discusses how the film 'Wicked: For Good' has made some positive changes to disability representation, such as casting a disabled actress and altering the plot to avoid harmful stereotypes, but it still retains problematic elements like Nessa's villainous arc and stereotypical portrayal of disabled women. Overall, the film shows increased awareness but falls short of fully addressing disability issues.
Marissa Bode, star of the musical film Wicked, has spoken out against "gross" and "harmful" jokes about her character's disability, emphasizing that such comments are not fictional and affect real disabled people, including herself. Bode, who uses a wheelchair, highlighted the need for greater understanding and compassion, urging non-disabled individuals to unlearn ableism and engage with the disability rights movement. She hopes people will focus on Wicked's themes of listening and understanding rather than making insensitive jokes.
Marissa Bode, who plays Nessarose in the film adaptation of 'Wicked,' has condemned the negative and ableist comments about her character's disability. In a TikTok video, Bode, a wheelchair user herself, described these comments as "aggressive" and "very gross," emphasizing that while it's acceptable to dislike a fictional character, making jokes about disability is harmful and rooted in ignorance. She urged viewers to listen to those affected by such comments and highlighted the importance of understanding and empathy, themes central to 'Wicked.'
Marissa Bode, star of the 'Wicked' movie adaptation, has spoken out against "gross and harmful" comments about her character Nessarose's disability. Bode, who is disabled, addressed the issue on TikTok, emphasizing that while it's acceptable to dislike a fictional character, making jokes about disability is not. She highlighted the impact such comments can have on real disabled individuals and urged people to be more understanding and kind. The film has been successful at the box office, with a sequel planned for 2025.
Marissa Bode, who plays Nessarose in 'Wicked' and uses a wheelchair in real life, criticized jokes about her character's disability on TikTok. While she appreciates light-hearted jokes about fictional characters, she finds jokes targeting disability "deeply uncomfortable" and harmful. Bode emphasized the importance of kindness and understanding, urging people to avoid ableist comments and to practice empathy, aligning with the themes of 'Wicked.'
Wicked actress Marissa Bode, the first wheelchair user to play Nessarose, criticized online jokes about her character's disability, distinguishing them from harmless fictional humor. She highlighted the harm of ableist comments and urged people to unlearn ableism and support the disability rights movement. Bode emphasized the importance of understanding and listening, a key theme in Wicked, to foster progress.
A single woman with a close friendship with a couple who recently had a baby feels hurt and excluded because they won't let her babysit, possibly due to her autoimmune disorder. She suspects ableism from her friend and is unsure how to address the situation without damaging their friendship. The advice suggests having an open conversation with the friend about her feelings and past comments, while acknowledging the difficulty of the situation and the importance of preserving the friendship.
Bradley Cooper's revelation that he has banned chairs from the sets of movies he directs has sparked controversy and criticism. Some view his remarks as privileged and ableist, arguing that everyone on set should have access to chairs for their well-being during long workdays. Cooper's upcoming film, "Maestro," has been generating award season buzz. Other directors, such as Christopher Nolan, have also expressed a dislike for chairs on set. However, a representative for Nolan clarified that he had only banned cell phones and smoking, not chairs.
Anna Sweeney, a woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) who uses mobility aids, shared her experience of a repairman using the term "deadweight" to describe the difficulty of carrying her chair lift. Sweeney emphasized the importance of language when speaking about people with disabilities, stating that disabled individuals are humans beyond their disability. She reached out to the repairman to educate him on the impact of his words, and he was apologetic. Sweeney shared her story on social media, highlighting the need for more mindful language and awareness of ableism.
A Beyoncé fan who missed her concert due to an airline's failure to accommodate his wheelchair was invited to meet Beyoncé and her mother, Tina Knowles, during The Renaissance Tour in Arlington, Texas. The fan's TikTok video went viral, prompting the Beyhive to boost his story. The fan hopes his experience will shed light on the systemic issue of ableism and inspire conversations about dismantling it.
A man with an invisible disability legally parked in a handicapped spot and was verbally assaulted by a stranger. The stranger was later arrested for a DUI by a nearby cop. Discrimination against people with disabilities, both visible and invisible, is still prevalent and can take many forms, including ableism. It is important to believe disabled people when they say they need help, avoid ableist language, and prioritize accessibility in all spaces. People with disabilities should evaluate the risks and benefits of disclosing their disabilities and seek resources from organizations like Disability:IN and Invisible Disabilities Association.
A wheelchair-using bridesmaid posted on Reddit's AmITheAsshole subreddit seeking advice after her future sister-in-law got mad at her for pointing out that their reception venue wasn't accessible. The bride suggested that someone carry her into the building and help her use the bathroom, which the bridesmaid found insulting. Redditors overwhelmingly supported the bridesmaid and called out the bride's ableism. The bridesmaid eventually talked to her brother, who was also "pissed off" at his fiancée's insensitive suggestions and promised to resolve the issue. The venue isn't even booked yet, and the bridesmaid will now be a groomswoman instead.
Actress Christina Applegate slammed right-wing media host Candace Owens for her ableist comments about a Skims campaign featuring disabled models. Owens criticized the campaign, which included a wheelchair user, for being too inclusive, prompting Applegate to educate her on the importance of accessibility clothing for disabled people. A TikToker also called out Owens for her ableist remarks, explaining that the campaign was designed to make it easier for disabled people to put on underwear and shapewear. Owens eventually acknowledged her mistake and thanked the TikToker for educating her.