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Kevin McHale Slams 'Diabolical' Curse Claims About Glee
31 Jul
Summary
- Actor Kevin McHale called 'curse' talk about Glee 'diabolical'.
- He defended late cast members against being called sacrifices.
- McHale hosts a podcast using humor to cope with grief.
Actor Kevin McHale, known for his role in the musical teen drama Glee, has publicly denounced what he described as "diabolical" and "untethered from any sort of humanity or reality" comments made by some fans. These comments refer to the show as "cursed" and equate the deaths of cast members to "sacrifices."
McHale's strong statement on X addressed the persistent narrative surrounding the perceived "curse" associated with the series. This narrative has persisted despite the tragic and untimely deaths of three main cast members: Cory Monteith, who died in July 2013; Mark Salling, who died in January 2018; and Naya Rivera, who died in July 2020.
In response to the ongoing speculation, fans have voiced support for McHale's stance, emphasizing that the actors were real people with families and lives beyond the show. McHale, along with co-star Jenna Ushkowitz, hosts a podcast titled "And That's What You Really Missed." On this podcast, they discuss their experiences and use dark humor as a coping mechanism for their grief, acknowledging that this approach is best understood among those who shared similar experiences.
