Star Wars Actress EXPOSES Dark Side of Fandom

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In 2017, when Kelly Marie Tran landed the leading role of Rose Tico in “Star Wars,” she felt elated as she became the initial Asian woman to headline the series. However, things turned sour because of some harmful fan reactions.

Tran faced hurtful racism and sexism online, with internet bullies targeting her looks and the actions of her character. In an interview, the actor shared that she sought therapy to cope with the harassment. “I cherish that experience deeply within me because it was filled with such a wealth of creativity, dedication, and talent on those sets,” Tran said. “It opened doors for me into auditions I wouldn’t have stood a chance in without taking on that role.

As Tran recounts, her ordeal with online trolling and bullying propelled her onto a challenging journey towards healing. She grappled with concerns about unconsciously adopting racism and sexism within herself. Therapy played a pivotal role in helping her navigate these issues, leading to a transformation she cherishes. “I wouldn’t be the person I am today without it,” she stated. “Going through therapy and counseling allowed me to reach a place where I can now create art, highlighting aspects of myself that were once shamed or persecuted.”

In the past year, she has been involved in four films, all of which center around Asian narratives written and directed by Asians. Some of these also feature queer writers and directors. Reflecting on this, Tran remarked, “It’s amazing to think about how the very thing I faced persecution for is now part of my work!

Kelly Marie Tran Had A Bold Response To Haters

In August 2018, Tran penned an essay discussing the racist harassment she had experienced. The actress stated that the hurtful comments directed at her served to validate a long-held belief: that she didn’t fit in, wasn’t welcome, and wasn’t good enough, all because she was different from those around her. She admitted feeling “shame” but was determined to rise above it.

In my concluding remarks, let me introduce myself – I’m Loan, a trailblazer who has made history as the first woman of color to star in a leading movie role and the first Asian woman to grace the cover of Vanity Fair. This is merely the beginning; I am eagerly continuing my journey.

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2025-04-25 15:50