John Boyega addresses racism in Star Wars franchise

John Boyega is speaking out about the racism he faced while being part of the Star Wars movies. The actor, known for his role as Finn, shared his thoughts in an interview with Us Weekly. He explained that he felt it was important to address the racist backlash he experienced after the films. Boyega said he wanted people to understand the impact of racism. He noted that his family and friends outside of Hollywood were affected by these issues. For him, staying silent about his experiences did not make sense. He also pointed out that he was the only cast member to face such a backlash, which included threats on social media. Despite these challenges, Boyega has found support from mentors in the film industry. He mentioned well-known figures like Robert Downey Jr. and Jamie Foxx who have guided him. They have shared valuable wisdom that has helped him navigate his career. In addition to discussing his past, Boyega is also looking to the future. He is featured in a new documentary titled Number One on the Call Sheet, which focuses on Black Hollywood. The documentary will be available on Apple TV+ on March 28. After that, he plans to work on action films, including a sequel to Attack the Block.