For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, gender, race and ethnicity, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis prohibited by law. I was quite clear a year ago, when we announced our first open casting, that we would be following Disney’s company policy on nondiscrimination: We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. As strong as Leah is, as much as we have discussed the potential for this kind of reaction and the intense pressure this role will bring, the negative comments she has received online are out of line. Whatever else you take from this post, we should be able to agree that bullying and harassing a child online is inexcusably wrong. If you have a problem with this casting, however, take it up with me. She will be a role model for new generations of girls who will see in her the kind of hero they want to be. Leah brings so much energy and enthusiasm to this role, so much of Annabeth’s strength. The response to the casting of Leah has been overwhelmingly positive and joyous, as it should be. They do not necessarily reflect or represent the opinions of any part of Disney, the TV show, the production team, or the Jeffries family. First, let me be clear I am speaking here only for myself. These thoughts are mine alone. It’s a shame such posts need to be written, but they do. This post is specifically for those who have a problem with the casting of Leah Jeffries as Annabeth Chase.
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