Rege-Jean Page became an overnight sensation after the success of Netflix's Bridgerton. The actor received immense praises for his portrayal of Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings.
08.04.2021 - 00:39 / variety.com
Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment WriterRegé-Jean Page appears to have posted his first reaction to a report alleging he was not cast as Superman’s grandfather on the Syfy series “Krypton” because he is Black.“Hearing about these conversations hurts no less now than it did back then,” Page posted to Twitter on Wednesday.
“The clarifications almost hurt more tbh. Still just doing my thing.
Rege-Jean Page became an overnight sensation after the success of Netflix's Bridgerton. The actor received immense praises for his portrayal of Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings.
Bridgerton star Rege-Jean Page's decision to exit from the second season of the show created a massive stir among fans. The actor who essayed the role of the Duke of Hastings on the show received a huge fan following for his portrayal and with the second season focussing on Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey), Page has now moved on from the show.
Fans were shocked and disappointed to learn that Regé-Jean Page would not be returning to “Bridgeton” for season two, but according to co-star Adjoa Andoh, the exit makes sense.
On April 2, Bridgerton fans reacted with dismay when news broke of Regé-Jean Page’s exit from the series—and now, producer Shonda Rhimes has weighed in.
“Bridgerton” producers Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers address Regé-Jean Page’s departure in a new interview with Vanity Fair.
Shonda Rhimes was prepared for fans' reaction after breakout star Regé-Jean Page announced he wouldn't return for the Netflix series's second season. The Shondaland founder told that she was «really shocked» when fans reacted with heartbreak and disbelief, with even stars like Kim Kardashian sharing their responses on social media.
Trust Bridgerton to bring the drama, both on and offscreen!
The DC Comics universe could have had the hottest new star… and they turned him down over his race?! WTF?!
Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page has said he was “hurt” that he might have been turned down to star in Krypton because of his skin colour.According to the Hollywood Reporter, the series, which focuses on the backstory of Superman’s grandfather, was “passionate about doing some nontraditional casting”.Their sources suggest that Page accordingly auditioned for the part, before DC Films co-founder Geoff Johns reportedly said Superman “could not have a Black grandfather”.Responding to the news on
Rege-Jean Page became a household name thanks to Netflix's Bridgerton. The actor cooked up a storm recently as he announced he won't be coming back for the second season.
On Wednesday, Bridgerton breakout Regé-Jean Page appeared to address the claim that he was denied a key role in Syfy/DC series, Krypton, because of his race.
Regé-Jean Page apparently didn’t burn for the pay increase Bridgerton was willing to give him to reprise his role as Simon Basset in season 2.
Earlier this week, it was revealed that Rege-Jean Page once auditioned to play Superman’s grandfather in Krypton.
The Hollywood Reporter published a story that claims was passed over to play on the Krypton because of his race.
Bridgerton star Rege-Jean Page has had his name attached to the iconic role of James Bond ever since he set pulses racing on the Netflix period drama.
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