Lin-Manuel Miranda addresses "In the Heights" colorism controversy
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"In the Heights," the new film from creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and director Jon Chu, is facing criticism for not featuring dark-skinned Latinx actors in prominent roles.
In a statement Monday, Miranda acknowledged the criticism and apologized to fans: "I'm seeing the discussion around Afro Latino representation in our film this weekend and it is clear that many in our dark-skinned Afro Latino community don't feel sufficiently represented within it, particularly the leading roles. I can hear the hurt and frustration over colorism, of feeling still unseen in the feedback." Miranda also promised to do better in future projects and said he is dedicated to learning and evolving to honor the diversity of the Latinx community.Sean "Diddy" Combs on Sunday apologized in a social media post after security video aired by CNN that appears to show him attacking singer Cassie Ventura in a Los Angeles hotel hallway in 2016. In an Instagram video, he said his behavior was "inexcusable" and he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
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