Last Updated on March 9, 2025 by Disha Rojhe
March 9, 2025: In a heartfelt and reflective statement, Karla Sofia Gascon, the star of the Oscar-nominated film Emilia Perez, addressed the controversy surrounding her during the Academy Awards season. Gascon, who faced significant backlash due to the resurfacing of tweets containing anti-Islamic and racist remarks, took full responsibility for her past actions and publicly apologized.
“With no excuse, and without any intention to justify any of my past actions, I apologize to all I have offended at any point in my life and throughout my journey,” Gascon said in her statement. She continued, “I humbly ask for their forgiveness and, to honour their kindness and understanding, I promise I will commit to continuing to learn and listen, so as not to make the same mistakes in the future.”
Gascon’s apology comes after a difficult Oscars season, during which she found herself at the center of criticism due to her controversial past. Despite the public backlash, she still attended the Academy Awards ceremony, where she was recognized for her performance in Emilia Perez.
In addition to addressing the backlash over her tweets, Gascon also touched on the criticism surrounding the film, which was met with disappointment in her home country of Mexico. “I want to make it clear that I support Mexico and its people,” Gascon stated. “Mexico holds a special place in my heart.”
Her statement was also an opportunity for Gascon to reflect on the importance of personal growth, self-awareness, and accountability. She shared a powerful message on mental health, admitting that she has faced dark moments in her life that led her to places she hadn’t expected. “I want to open an honest discussion and reflection on mental health,” Gascon said. “Throughout different stages of my life, I have gone through dark moments—episodes in which despair led me to unexpected places.”
With this public apology, Gascon hopes to continue her journey of self-improvement, understanding, and resilience. She expressed her commitment to learning from the mistakes of her past and moving forward with greater empathy and awareness.
