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A notable example came from the animation and comics sectors. In the case of Netflix’s She-Ra reboot, veteran animator Chuck Austin—an accomplished white male—was brought in ostensibly to manage production but was kept unseen and uncredited, effectively sidelined to uphold the illusion of diversity. This practice of tokenism erodes craftsmanship and showcases a troubling trend: the talent pipeline is being replaced not just due to ability but by demographic checkboxes.