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Ariana Grande Faces Threats After Missing Brazil Premiere Of Wicked: For Good | Glamsham.com
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Ariana Grande Faces Threats After Missing Brazil Premiere Of Wicked: For Good | Glamsham.com

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Ariana Grande is facing an unexpected wave of backlash after missing the first world premiere of Wicked: For Good in São Paulo, Brazil. The singer and actress shared that she was unable to attend because of a last-minute flight issue that made it unsafe for her aircraft to take off.

In an emotional Instagram Story, Ariana revealed that she and her team were grounded for safety reasons. She explained that her flight was delayed overnight and could not legally depart until the next morning. “I’m heartbroken I can’t be there,” she wrote, adding that she had tried every possible way to make it, even exploring alternate flights and private options, but none worked out in time.

The Wicked: For Good premiere went ahead with the rest of the cast, including Cynthia Erivo and director Jon M. Chu, celebrating in São Paulo. Ariana sent her love to fans and her co-stars, asking everyone to enjoy the moment even in her absence. “Please send all your love and energy to my Wicked family tonight,” she posted.

However, soon after the event, Ariana addressed something much darker. The pop star revealed that she had been receiving a stream of angry and threatening messages from a small section of fans online. In another Story, she wrote, “Please don’t wish danger on me, my team, or anyone. This is so unnecessary and hurtful.” She later deleted the message, but screenshots quickly circulated across social media.

According to reports, some users accused her of “abandoning” the Brazilian premiere despite her clear explanation. Fans and fellow celebrities quickly came to her defense, reminding others that no one should risk their safety for a red-carpet appearance.

This isn’t the first time Ariana has had to deal with online hostility while on tour or during film promotions. The artist, known for her close connection with fans, has often spoken about the emotional toll that social media negativity can take.

Meanwhile, Wicked: For Good continues its global rollout, with more premieres and appearances scheduled in the coming weeks. Ariana, who plays Glinda, is expected to attend upcoming events once travel resumes safely.

It’s a tough reminder of how online fandoms can blur the line between passion and pressure. Sometimes, empathy gets lost in the noise.

At the end of her note, Ariana simply said, “I’m so sorry I couldn’t be there, I love you all endlessly.”

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Aahana Kumra Opens Up On Getting Rape And Death Threats After Her Clash With Pawan Singh, Deets Inside
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Aahana Kumra Opens Up On Getting Rape And Death Threats After Her Clash With Pawan Singh, Deets Inside

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Actress Aahana Kumra, who was recently evicted from the reality show Rise and Fall, has been vocal about the disturbing aftermath of her exit. In an exclusive interview with one of the media houses, Aahana revealed that she has been receiving alarming rape and death threats, following a heated altercation with Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh on the show. The issue arose after Aahana made certain remarks during their on-screen confrontation, which were later distorted and widely circulated by some of Pawan Singh’s ardent fans.

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According to Aahana, the threats began shortly after the incident, with many of Pawan Singh’s followers targeting her online. Despite the situation escalating, Aahana maintains that her words during the altercation were spoken in anger, driven by personal emotions and events that transpired on the show. “I didn’t regret what I said at the time because I felt it was justified. But some people misunderstood my words and even morphed videos were uploaded, which misrepresented what I actually said,” she clarified.

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She also mentioned that the reality show’s producers had taken action to remove the altered footage from online platforms after she complained. In the interview, Aahana further expressed her shock at the kind of threats she had been receiving, stating, “Why am I getting such threats? I didn’t abuse anyone, nor did I say anything offensive. One contestant has a large fanbase, and now I am being threatened because of a misunderstanding.” She also questioned the state of the world, asking, “What kind of a century are we living in when I’m being targeted like this for merely speaking my mind?”

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Aahana went on to emphasize that while she respects Pawan Singh, their relationship remains strained. She recalled a moment on the stage where she apologized to him after a brief reconciliation. “I said sorry, and the matter should end there. People need to move on from this too,” she concluded. As Aahana continues to navigate this storm, it remains to be seen how the controversy will unfold and whether the online attacks will subside.

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EXCLUSIVE: Aahana Kumra Makes SHOCKING Claims; States Rise And Fall Makers Altered Her Words Resulting In Death, R*pe Threats

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Aahana Kumra was recently seen in Ashneer Grover hosted Rise and Fall. She revealed how the makers altered her words on social media. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Bubble, Aahana Kumra recalled receiving death and r*pe threats after her words and statements were changed. Scroll down to read what she said and watch the full interview.

Aahana Kumra States Rise And Fall Makers Altered Her Words Resulting In Death, R*pe Threats

When asked if she regrets anything she did on Rise and Fall, Aahana Kumra said, “No, I think maine jo bhi show mein bola hai, gusse mein hi bola hoga. Lekin kyunki mujh par kuch cheezein beet rahi thi, toh mujhe uss waqt bolna jaayaz laga. It must not have been taken very nicely by a lot of people. But jab maine show ke baahar nikal kar dekha ki logon ne mere baare mein kya kaha hai, toh maine actually unke baare mein kuch aisa kaha hi nahi tha.”

She revealed watching YouTube and Social media reels. Aahana recalled, “Maine reels pe dekha hai, maine bahut YouTube videos dekhe hain. In fact, maine aise-aise videos dekhe hain jahan maine woh shabd use bhi nahi kiye the, aur woh daale gaye the YouTube par.”

She revealed that the makers of Rise and Fall created such content. The actress said, “Makers ne daale. Unhone woh videos daale aur phir meri un makers ke saath baat bhi hui. Kyunki woh log clickbaits ke liye daalte hain woh. Kuch cheezein sirf clickbait ke liye daali jaati hain. Aur jab main show se baahar nikli, then I had a lot of death threats and rpe threats. I had a lot of rpe threats. Maine screenshots bheje hain makers ko ki mujhe aise-aise threats mile hain. Toh aise threats mujhe kyu aa rahe hain? Maine toh aisi koi baat ki bhi nahi. Maine na kisi ko gaali di hai show mein.”

About Rise And Fall

Hosted by Ashneer Grover, the ultimate game of power began on 6th September on Amazon MX Player, available through the MX Player app on mobile and Connected TVs, on the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Airtel Xtreme. Produced by Banijay Asia, Rise and Fall has been licensed through All3Media International and was originally created by Studio Lambert in the UK.

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For more news and updates from the entertainment world, stay tuned to Bollywood Bubble.

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Morrissey Cancels Concerts as Canadian Man Is Charged With Online Death Threats Against Him
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Morrissey Cancels Concerts as Canadian Man Is Charged With Online Death Threats Against Him

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Canadian authorities have charged a 26-year-old Ottawa man whom they accuse of posting death threats against Morrissey online, the Ottawa Citizen reports. The man, Noah Castellano, is being charged with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, and he was released from custody on $5,000 bail, according to the report.

According to court documents obtained by the Ottawa Citizen, investigators believe that Castellano is behind a Bluesky post from September 4 that reads: “Steven Patrick Morrissey when you perform at TD Place here in Ottawa next week on the evening of September 12th, 2025 at about 9pm, I will be present at the venue in the audience and I will attempt to shoot you many times and kill you with a very large gun that I own illegally.”

Morrissey toured the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe earlier this year, and he began his latest North America tour in Montreal on September 10. He played his September 12 show in Ottawa without incident, and continued his tour in Toronto and New York. Nevertheless, he has canceled tonight’s show, in Mashantucket, Connecticut, and tomorrow night’s, in Boston, citing “recent events and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of both the artist and band.”

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Vir Das Says Indian Comedy Faces Legal Threats, Not Just Online Backlash
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Vir Das Says Indian Comedy Faces Legal Threats, Not Just Online Backlash

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Actor-comedian Vir Das is not one to mince words, especially when it comes to the contrasting realities of cancel culture in the West and in India. During a recent stand-up comedy performance, the outspoken comic offered a satirical, yet brutally honest take on how comedians are treated differently in each part of the world.

He shared a video snippet of this performance on his Instagram on Saturday, and it’s already getting people talking.

Vir Das on Cancel Culture: A Tale of Two Realities

From the moment Vir stepped on stage, he wasted no time in diving into the controversy. “Please don’t cancel me, I apologise! It would really interfere with my incarceration,” he joked to a laughing crowd. The irony wasn’t lost on anyone.

Referring to conversations with fellow comedians in the U.S., Vir mocked the typical Western outcry over cancel culture. He recounted a conversation with an American comic who dramatically lamented, “Vir, cancel culture is insane! The other day a mob came after me. A mob on Twitter!”

Das followed that up with a biting analogy, mocking the Western panic over online backlash compared to legal ramifications in India: “It’s like telling the freshly castrated that your balls itch.”

The audience roared with laughter, but Vir’s point was razor-sharp. He went on to critique an article he had read in a Western publication: “The most annoying article I ever read in the West is: Why doesn’t Indian comedy content push the envelope?” His response? “Really b**h? Because we looked inside the envelope! There are court cases inside the envelope. There is a court date on top of the envelope.”*

This wasn’t just hyperbole. For Das, the risks are not just about public opinion—they’re legal.

Legal Heat: The Cost of Pushing the Envelope in India

Vir Das is no stranger to controversy—or the courtroom. In 2021, he faced a police complaint and a wave of public outrage after a performance in the U.S. where he spoke about the “Two Indias” he comes from. The routine tackled hard-hitting issues such as women’s safety, Covid-19 mismanagement, environmental pollution, and the farmer protests. Critics accused him of insulting India, and legal trouble followed.

This wasn’t his first brush with legal challenges either. In 2020, his Netflix dark comedy series Hasmukh came under fire when a group of lawyers filed a legal notice against the show. Their claim? That episode four defamed and maligned the legal profession.

The message in his latest performance was clear: While Western comedians may fear social media outrage, Indian comics often face real, legal consequences for expressing dissent or satire.

And yet, Das continues to push boundaries.

His latest stand-up special, Fool Volume, was released on Netflix on July 18. The special has already garnered attention for its fearless take on politics, identity, and, of course, cancel culture. It’s a continuation of Vir’s brand—bold, unapologetic, and willing to take on the establishment, no matter the cost.

By drawing this East vs. West comparison, Vir isn’t just talking about comedy. He’s raising important questions about freedom of speech, censorship, and how societies deal with discomforting truths.

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Should Cartel Threats Against Mexican Artists Be Taken Seriously?
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Should Cartel Threats Against Mexican Artists Be Taken Seriously?

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A banner draped from a Tijuana bridge earlier this week carried a chilling warning in bold black letters: “Junior H, refrain from showing up on 08/11. If not, you’re going to get yourself killed.” The threat, currently under investigation by the Baja California authorities, is seemingly the latest attempt by one of Mexico’s most dangerous cartels to assert its control over both artists, and the city the banner is placed in.

In recent years, Grupo Firme, Fuerza Regida, and Peso Pluma have received similar warnings from different cartels, prompting them to cancel shows to protect themselves and their fans. A rep for Junior H, however, told Rolling Stone last week that the corridos artist still plans to perform as scheduled.

As música mexicana has surged in popularity, so have “narcomantas” — banners deployed by Mexican cartels to threaten artists and rival groups. In extreme cases usually unrelated to music, these narcomantas have been accompanied by severed heads or dead bodies; other times, they carry simple but serious messages that demand to be taken at face value.

“Narcomantas need to be taken completely seriously,” Mexico City-based criminal defense attorney Ilan Katz Mayo tells Rolling Stone. “The medium is the message. The simple fact that a narcomanta exists sends a message: the situation is dangerous and the threat is real.”

Katz Mayo says that narcomantas are a “way for organized criminal organizations to scare people” and also threaten other cartels or those who work with them. “Sometimes, criminal organizations may have issues with a singer over a lyric or because the artist supports someone who antagonizes that group,” Katz Mayo explains.

In Junior H’s case, the threat — allegedly from the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación — explicitly referenced his narcocorridos: “Not singing narcocorridos now won’t save you. We do not forgive,” it read. The message seemed to point to his past music that alludes to leaders of rival criminal organizations.

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Though most of Junior’s music centers on romance and heartbreak, at least two of his songs seem to allude to the Sinaloa Cartel, the group once led by Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, CJNG’s chief rival. In 2022, Junior released “El Hijo Mayor,” seemingly about El Chapo’s late eldest son, in which he sings: “I don’t even need to mention his name / I was the eldest son of that much-talked-about man.” And on his 2023 hit with Peso Pluma, he drops another reference, seemingly invoking “701,” El Chapo’s numerology, adding: “Low profile, the guy, and he’s missed / Though he’s gone, he’s never forgotten.”

“In Junior H’s case, it seems like a personal issue with the artist,” says Katz Mayo. “It’s clear that if someone is offended by something said, the message sent is meant to intimidate the artist.”

But the threats can be grave: While the cartel has not taken responsibility for the killing, Ernesto Barajas, frontman of Enigma Noteño, was gunned down just last month, two years after receiving threats from the CJNG. And in years past, other Mexican artists have died at the hands of the cartel: Corrido legends Chalino Sánchez, murdered in 1992, Valentín Elizalde, killed in 2006, and K-Paz de la Sierra’s Sergio Gomez were targeted by cartels over their musical ties to rival criminal organizations.

With the narcomantas, the intimidation may be a way to assert dominance in a given territory and signal to both artists and rival groups who can assert the most control. According to Katz Mayo, it can also stem from an economic disadvantage: As artists rise in status and begin working with major promoters unwilling to engage with organized crime, local cartels find it difficult to exert their influence.

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“Essentially, there are two main motives: one is visceral, and the other is economic,” Katz Mayo says. “A local promoter or regional organizer might pay extortion fees, but large companies like Live Nation cannot do that. They’re unable to operate that way.”

Katz Mayo says that in some areas, concerts are sometimes held in places or areas that are owned or controlled by members of criminal organizations, and have a financial interest in shows played there: whether it’s a venue, the alcohol sold, the security, or simply the area where the concert is being held.

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“As artists grow, there are fewer opportunities for criminal organizations to profit because international managers are now involved,” he explains. “The more important the artist and the better their promoters, the more resistance you’ll see from these groups.”

A rep for Junior H declined to comment for this story.

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Multiple HBCUs On Lockdown After Receiving "Vile, Racist" Threats
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Multiple HBCUs On Lockdown After Receiving “Vile, Racist” Threats

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Multiple historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) found themselves on high alert on Thursday (Sep. 11) after receiving a series of threats that forced lockdowns.

Alabama State University, Virginia State University, Hampton University in Virginia, Southern University in Louisiana, Clark Atlanta University, and nearby Spelman College were among the campuses impacted, as administrators, students and faculty moved to safety. Bethune-Cookman University in Florida also reported a potential threat, with school officials confirming their Daytona Beach campus went into lockdown.

According to ABC News, the FBI released a statement that investigators are “aware of hoax threat calls” to HBCUs across the country. While the agency stressed there is currently “no credible threat,” it acknowledged the seriousness of these incidents. “The FBI takes these threats very seriously because it puts innocent people at risk,” the bureau stated.

Universities moved swiftly to cancel classes, suspend “nonessential” events, and halt athletic games. Hampton University announced it would cease all activity through Friday (Sep 12). Virginia State University posted that, “out of an abundance of caution, VSU remains on lockdown.” Southern University in Louisiana extended its lockdown to the entire Baton Rouge campus.

The threats came just one day after the deadly shooting at Utah Valley University, where conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was killed while speaking on campus. Law enforcement has not connected the incidents, despite the coincidental timing.

Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton weighed in, urging an end to violence targeting educational spaces. “I condemned the shooting of Donald Trump last year, the murder of Charlie Kirk yesterday, and the threats to HBCUs today,” Sharpton said. He pointed to recent attacks on HBCUs, including Edward Waters University in 2023 and Tuskegee University in 2024, as a pattern that cannot be ignored.

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The Congressional Black Caucus echoed those concerns, calling the threats “vile” and “a chilling reminder of the relentless racism and extremism that continues to target and terrorize Black communities in this country.”

Lawmakers urged the FBI and Department of Justice to act swiftly in finding those responsible for the threats. For now, schools have reminded students and staff to follow the well-known urgent protocal: “If you see something, say something.” No injuries have been reported and many lockdowns have already been lifted.

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Alleged Cartel Threats Being Investigated by Mexican Authorities
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Alleged Cartel Threats Being Investigated by Mexican Authorities

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Corridos star Junior H is the latest Mexican artist to receive alleged death threats from a drug cartel ahead of his upcoming tour dates in the region. According to Billboard, the Mexican state of Baja California prosecutor’s office is investigating an ominous banner found at his home.

According to authorities, the banner was found at the Mexican-American artist’s home in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Tijuana, warning him not to perform at the city’s Explanada del Estadio Caliente on November 9th. That concert is currently set as the kick-off show of the Mexican leg of Junior H’s “$AD BOYZ LIVE & BROKEN TOUR.”

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The Baja California prosecutor’s office has said authorities “will provide full security” if Junior H decides to still play the show. His team has declined to give an official statement.

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This isn’t the first time a popular corridos singer has received death threats from Tijuana drug cartels. In 2023, Peso Pluma was forced to cancel six shows in Mexico. Earlier this year, Grupo Firme canceled a performance in Sinaloa after a similar banner appeared in their hometown.

Junior H is currently on the US leg of his tour, which is set for upcoming stops in Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Phoenix, and Los Angeles. Get tickets to remaining dates here.

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Aly Goni Receives Death Threats For Not Chanting 'Ganpati Bappa Morya'
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Aly Goni Receives Death Threats For Not Chanting ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’

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Television actor Aly Goni has spoken out against the intense backlash he has received over a viral video that shows him not chanting during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. In an interview with Filmygyan, Aly revealed that he has been receiving death threats and issued a stern warning to those targeting his family and girlfriend, Jasmin Bhasin.

​Aly stated that his emails and comments have been “flooded” with death threats and that people are calling for an FIR to be filed against him. He defended his actions, stating, “I’m just saying something very normal: that I am a Muslim, so action was taken against me, but there are many Hindus who don’t bring Ganpati—does that mean they aren’t Hindu?” He clarified that it was his first time at the celebration and that he simply got lost in his thoughts. He also added that his religion does not permit him to pray in that manner.

​Aly also had a direct message for the trolls. “Those who are giving threats or abusing Jasmin, if any of them have the courage, let them come in front of me and say it. I swear on God, I will cut their neck and hold it in my hand. If anyone says anything about my mother, sister, or Jasmine, I will not tolerate it.”

​The controversy began after a video surfaced showing Aly at his friend Krushna Abhishek’s home for Ganpati Puja. In the clip, Aly can be seen standing quietly while Jasmin and others were chanting. Jasmin was seen encouraging him to join in, but he did not participate.

​On the work front, Aly was most recently seen on the reality cooking show Laughter Chefs Season 2, where he and his partner, Reem Shaikh, finished as runners-up.

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‘Y&R’ Star Tracey Bregman Recalls Getting ‘Death Threats’ for Bullying Beth Maitland on Show

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Tracey Bregman went through some tough times during her early days on The Young and the Restless.

Bregman opened up about the backlash she’s received over the years for playing villain-turned-fan favorite Lauren Fenmore on the Tuesday, August 26, episode of CBS’s Soapy podcast. “Oh, yes. I did. … And then having to be mean to Beth Maitland, I mean, come on,” she recalled.

Bregman stated that having to be mean to Maitland’s Traci Abbott on the show was “very difficult,” as the two actresses are good friends. “And I knew, because we were so close, how she was really feeling about a lot of things,” Bregman said. “And it was a story that was kind of based on her being a little overweight and being conscious about that. And then, I had to say the worst things to her, and Beth will tell you that I cried more than she did over it because I could barely get it out sometimes.”

On the flip side, Bregman said she and Maitland also shared “fun times” while filming, particularly when their characters got into a “physical fight” over Don Diamont‘s Brad Carlton. “But I will tell you, it was a double-edged sword, playing the mean girl, because I would get death threats and people tried to run me off the freeway. It was bad,” she stated. “There were some bad parts of it that I never really talked about, actually. I’ve never really talked about it.”

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When asked if she ever went to the show’s producers to complain about her character’s actions, Bregman said, “I didn’t because it was also an extraordinary story for us to play as actors.”

Y&R alum Greg Rikaart said he also worked through similar struggles during his time playing Kevin Fisher on the CBS soap opera. “My experience and my belief on playing a quote-unquote bad guy is that there has to be some vulnerability and humanity underneath the mean thing that is being said or the mean thing that’s being done,” the Soapy podcast cohost shared. “And you having that is probably what made the audience not hate Lauren the way they maybe should have because she was doing these bad things.”

Bregman’s onscreen husband, Christian LeBlanc, also got off to a villainous start playing Michael Baldwin on Y&R. Like Rikaart, LeBlanc said there’s more to antagonists than their not-so-nice behavior.

Noting that he’s been asked whether he prefers to play “a bad guy or a good guy,” LeBlanc shared, “My answer is always, I’d like to play a human person, because there’s always the one who does the bad things for a good reason, and the good things for a bad reason.”

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He continued, “That’s the heart of it. And if you’re playing that full-bodied human being, there is a chance for redemption, because that’s part of the human condition.”

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