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However, their decisions ignited controversy. Maher notably faced little backlash, maintaining his stance. Barrymore, on the other hand, faced a storm of outrage. She issued an apology, expressing remorse for returning to work and "trying to find a way forward," but the backlash persisted. The fallout intensified when she was canceled from planned appearances and award shows, revealing the pressure she faced to reconcile her actions with the demands of the union and public sentiment.