Summary
An interview with actor Cynthia Erivo prompted discussions about the negative stereotypes Black women face, known as misogynoir, after a reporter repeatedly described her using terms like "tough" and "strong". The situation gained more attention following a meme that emerged from a recent red carpet event where Erivo protected co-star Ariana Grande.
Key Facts
- Cynthia Erivo was labeled as "tough" and "strong" by a reporter during an interview.
- The conversation started because of Erivo's role in the show *Wicked: For Good*.
- Erivo tried to reframe the narrative by describing herself with words like "vulnerable" and "strong".
- A meme emerged after Erivo protected Ariana Grande from a fan, leading to discussions about stereotypes.
- These memes portrayed Erivo in a way that played into masculinizing stereotypes.
- A content creator, Morin Abraham, commented on the issue, noting the pattern of misogynoir.
- Academic expert Zanetta Miller explained how media often uses biased stereotypes against Black women.
