The Ben Shapiro Show Gina Carano | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 111
Feb 21, 2021
Gina Carano, a trailblazer in women's MMA and known for her role as Cara Dune in "The Mandalorian," shares her tumultuous journey in Hollywood after her recent dismissal from Disney. She discusses the challenges of navigating cancel culture and maintaining her authenticity amid public scrutiny. Gina reflects on the backlash surrounding her political views and the intricacies of media relations. Excitingly, she reveals plans for a new film with The Daily Wire, emphasizing the importance of resilience and standing firm against societal pressures.
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Firing
- Disney fired Carano without direct communication; she learned about it through trending hashtags.
- She received an email showing Disney tracked the "FireGinaCarano" hashtag even on unrelated content.
Holocaust Post
- Carano's post comparing societal division to the Holocaust's origins led to accusations of antisemitism.
- She explained her intent was to unite, not divide, and highlight dangers of dehumanization.
Daily Wire Opportunity
- Ben Shapiro and Jeremy Boreing contacted Carano after the firing, recognizing an opportunity to challenge Hollywood's cancel culture.
- Carano's willingness to work with The Daily Wire signals a departure from typical Hollywood advice.