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Rose McGowan was among the first women to publicly accuse Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault, and her actions helped launch the Me Too movement. She revealed how Weinstein used private investigators and secret agreements to silence those who accused him for years. In her memoir, ‘Brave,’ McGowan described the widespread sexism and abuse within the film industry. By speaking out, she sparked major changes in how Hollywood addresses misconduct. She continues to be a strong voice against the systems that shield abusers in the entertainment world.

In a letter to a House Judiciary subcommittee focused on antitrust issues, Paramount’s top lawyer, Makan Delrahim, stated that a merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery would give Netflix an overwhelming amount of power in the streaming market. He explained that it would “further solidify Netflix’s leading position in streaming.”

Billy Porter has consistently spoken out about the need for the entertainment industry to properly acknowledge the impact of Black LGBTQ+ artists, without glossing over their stories. He points out that making queer characters more mainstream-friendly often erases important parts of their identity, and this continues to be a problem. Porter, known for his role in ‘Pose,’ believes that genuine representation means showing all sides of life, even the challenging ones. He also feels that casting straight actors in famous gay roles is a step backward for visibility. Ultimately, his work centers on taking back stories that have been altered or controlled by major studios.