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For many years, Tomei remained largely silent regarding the conspiracy, choosing instead to continue her career and let her body of work speak for itself. In recent interviews, however, she has begun to address the long-standing rumor. "I was kind of shocked that it didn't go away," she reflected, acknowledging the hurtful nature of the myth. Rather than venting frustration, Tomei approached the subject with grace and honesty, revealing how she was affected by the insinuation that her Oscar win didn’t hold weight.