The Ben Shapiro Show Gina Carano | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 111
Feb 21, 2021
Gina Carano, a trailblazer in women's MMA and known for her role as Cara Dune in "The Mandalorian," shares her tumultuous journey in Hollywood after her recent dismissal from Disney. She discusses the challenges of navigating cancel culture and maintaining her authenticity amid public scrutiny. Gina reflects on the backlash surrounding her political views and the intricacies of media relations. Excitingly, she reveals plans for a new film with The Daily Wire, emphasizing the importance of resilience and standing firm against societal pressures.
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Casting Call
- Gina Carano was relaxing at home, contemplating her acting career when her agent called.
- Jon Favreau, director of The Mandalorian, offered her a role just minutes later.
Beep/Boop/Boop Controversy
- Carano's "beep/boop/boop" Twitter bio sparked controversy, misconstrued as targeting the transgender community.
- After a clarifying tweet and discussion with Disney's LGBTQ+ team, they advised against canceling her.
Media Training
- Following earlier controversies, Disney sent a media trainer to Carano's home.
- The trainer advised responding emotionally, not logically, to online outrage.