Tue Apr 01 03:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Disney’s Snow White Star Rachel Zegler Targeted in Online Smear Campaign Amidst Box Office Flop
**London, UK** – Rachel Zegler, the star of Disney’s live-action “Snow White,” is facing a brutal online smear campaign following the film’s disappointing box office performance. The 23-year-old actress, praised for her performance despite critical panning of the film, has been the target of intense online criticism, fueled by comments she made prior to the release.
Zegler’s remarks, including expressing anti-Trump sentiment and suggesting a more feminist interpretation of the classic fairy tale, sparked controversy among conservative and right-wing groups. This led to review bombing on IMDb, pushing the film’s rating to among the lowest ever.
Adding fuel to the fire, Sean Ono Lennon, son of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, joined the fray. While acknowledging the online attacks had gone “too far,” he criticized Zegler’s behavior as that of a “spoiled, ungrateful and disconnected brat.” This followed an earlier post where he called Zegler and co-star Gal Gadot “exceptionally beautiful women,” seemingly in response to sexist online comments targeting their appearance.
The controversy extends beyond online trolls. Jonah Platt, son of the film’s producer Marc Platt, also launched a scathing critique of Zegler, accusing her of prioritizing personal politics over her professional obligations and jeopardizing the film’s success. This followed reports of Platt having traveled to speak with Zegler about her vocal support for Palestine.
The film, which reportedly cost between $230 million and $270 million to produce, has only recouped approximately half its budget after its second weekend in theaters. Zegler’s representatives have not yet commented publicly. The incident highlights the intense scrutiny faced by young actors, particularly in the face of social media and politically charged debates.
First Piper 