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Ziegler, a Latina actress, faced scrutiny for suggesting that her role breaking from traditional portrayals might involve a departure from romantic elements and traditional fairy tale themes. She also made comments about not dreaming of true love anymore, which critics see as provocative and perhaps unflattering to the classic character.
Furthermore, her social media commentary and interviews have attracted negative attention, leading some to believe Disney is trying to minimize her presence during the film’s promotional phase. The decision to cut down on pressuring questions directed at Ziegler hints they don’t fully trust her to navigate publicity without causing further controversy.