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Scorsese's Daughter Slams TikTok Trolls
25 May
Summary
- Francesca Scorsese is a target of hateful comments on TikTok.
- She received criticism after being cast in Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
- Scorsese calls out trolls for hurtful and abusive remarks.
Francesca Scorsese, daughter of director Martin Scorsese, has spoken out against the hateful comments she has received on TikTok following her casting in the "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" TV series. The 26-year-old actress shared her dismay over the intensely negative remarks targeting her appearance, stating that while she understands the "nepo baby" label and the advantages it brings, the level of online vitriol has been unprecedented.
Scorsese acknowledged her role and the opportunities it presents, but emphasized that seeking out negativity online reveals a person's sadness. She directly addressed trolls who called her names, admitting she is not conventionally beautiful or skinny but questioning the relevance of such judgments. Having deleted X due to its toxic nature, she expressed concern that TikTok is heading in a similar direction, highlighting the damaging power of words and their potential to cause severe harm.
As the daughter of a prominent filmmaker, Scorsese admitted her father's fame overshadows her. She expressed a desire for TikTok to revert to being a more positive space, urging users to consider the impact of their online behavior on others' well-being.
