The drama surrounding Disney’s Snow White remake just took a wild turn—thanks to an unexpected critic. Sean Ono Lennon, the 49-year-old son of music icon John Lennon, took to X (formerly Twitter) to unload on star Rachel Zegler, calling her a “spoiled, ungrateful, and disconnected brat.”
He later deleted the tweet, but not before the internet screenshotted it for eternity. Because let’s be honest—this is exactly the kind of messy celebrity spat we can’t resist.
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What Did Sean Lennon Actually Say?
Lennon acknowledged that the backlash against Zegler had gone “too far”—but then dropped the hammer.
“She also acts like a spoiled, ungrateful, and disconnected brat. So it’s no surprise,” he wrote.
Brutal.
This wasn’t his first time wading into the Zegler discourse. In another since-deleted post, he called both Zegler and her Snow White co-star Gal Gadot,
“exceptionally beautiful women”—before adding, “Some of y’all are bugging.”
So… is he Team Rachel or not? The mixed signals are giving us whiplash.
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The Tweet That Rocked the Mouse House
The Snow White saga took a sharp turn when Zegler, 23, promoted the film’s trailer with a politically charged sign-off:
“And always remember, free Palestine.”
This bold statement reportedly sent Disney executives into crisis mode. Producer Marc Platt even flew to New York for a face-to-face with Zegler, urging her to delete the tweet.
Did she comply? Nope.
Zegler stood her ground, refusing to bow to corporate pressure—a move that has since garnered both backlash and admiration.
i love you all so much! thank you for the love and for 120m views on our trailer in just 24 hours! what a whirlwind.
i am in the thick of rehearsals for romeo + juliet so i’m gonna get outta here. bye for now. ❤️🍎🕊️
— rachel zegler (she/her/hers) (@rachelzegler) August 12, 2024
Gal Gadot Draws Fire Amid Co-Star’s Controversy
Complicating matters, Zegler’s co-star Gal Gadot, an Israeli actress and former IDF soldier, reportedly faced death threats following Zegler’s tweet. This prompted Disney to hire additional security for Gadot during the film’s promotion.
The juxtaposition of Zegler’s pro-Palestine stance and Gadot’s Israeli background added fuel to the fire, turning the film’s press tour into a geopolitical minefield.
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Box Office Bomb: Did Politics Poison the Apple?
With a staggering $270 million budget, Snow White is projected to lose $115 million, marking it as one of Disney’s most significant flops.
Industry insiders suggest that the off-screen controversies, particularly Zegler’s political statements, played a role in the film’s dismal performance. Jonah Platt, son of producer Marc Platt, didn’t mince words, labeling Zegler as “immature” and “narcissistic”, and implying her actions negatively impacted the film’s box office returns.
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Hollywood’s Divided Response
While some industry figures have criticized Zegler, others have come to her defense. Pedro Pascal, for instance, showed his support by posting her photo on Instagram with the caption: “icon.”
The division highlights the broader debate in Hollywood about the intersection of personal beliefs and professional responsibilities.
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Spoiled or Scapegoat? The Court of Public Opinion Weighs In
As the dust settles, opinions remain polarized. Critics argue that Zegler’s actions were reckless, jeopardizing a major studio project. Supporters commend her for standing by her convictions in the face of immense pressure.
One thing’s certain: this Snow White tale has become a cautionary story about the volatile mix of politics, social media, and entertainment.
