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Lillard Reflects on ‘Scream 7’ Controversy

Updated 2026-09-16 21:40 UTC 1 source Negative

Actor Matthew Lillard expressed shame for starring in 'Scream 7' after co-star Melissa Barrera was fired due to social media posts criticizing Israel. The incident highlights the ongoing debate over representation and cultural sensitivity.

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Matthew Lillard Says ‘I Feel Ashamed’ for Acting in ‘Scream 7’ After Melissa Barrera Got Fired: ‘I Blew That. I’m on the Wrong Side of History’

Matthew Lillard feels “ashamed” for starring in this year’s “Scream 7” after Melissa Barrera was fired from the franchise due to social media posts criticizing Israel amid the war in Gaza. Lillard starred in Wes Craven’s original “Scream” in 1996 as St

2026-09-16 21:34 UTC