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Home » Entertainment » Mark Wahlberg as Muhammed Ali poster goes viral

Mark Wahlberg as Muhammed Ali poster goes viral

A recent fake poster featuring Mark Wahlberg as Muhammad Ali for an upcoming Netflix series has caused quite a stir on social media.

Joe Connor by Joe Connor
April 7, 2023
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A recent fake poster featuring Mark Wahlberg as Muhammad Ali for an upcoming Netflix series has caused quite a stir on social media. The poster, which features Wahlberg in a boxing pose with the word “Ali” written across his shorts, was quickly debunked as a fake by both Netflix and Wahlberg’s representatives.

The controversy surrounding the fake poster highlights the ongoing issue of misrepresentation and cultural insensitivity in Hollywood. The portrayal of Muhammad Ali, a black cultural icon, by a white actor like Wahlberg, would have undoubtedly sparked criticism and outrage from many in the black community.

The issue of “white-washing” or “black-face” in Hollywood has been a topic of discussion for many years, with numerous instances of white actors being cast in roles that should have been played by actors of color. This not only perpetuates negative stereotypes but also denies actors of color the opportunity to showcase their talents and tell their own stories.

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While some may argue that the fake poster was harmless, it’s important to recognize the harmful impact that such misrepresentation can have on marginalized communities. The lack of representation and misrepresentation of people of color in media can contribute to the perpetuation of systemic racism and prejudice.

It’s important for Hollywood to recognize the importance of diversity and representation in media and take steps to ensure that marginalized communities are not further marginalized by insensitive casting and misrepresentation. This means actively seeking out and hiring actors and filmmakers from diverse backgrounds and allowing them to tell their own stories.

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While the fake poster featuring Mark Wahlberg as Muhammad Ali may have been debunked, the conversation it sparked around representation and cultural sensitivity in Hollywood is ongoing. It’s up to the industry as a whole to take responsibility for the harm they may have caused and to work towards creating a more inclusive and diverse media landscape.

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Joe Connor

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Former editor at The London Economic.

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