Melissa Barrera Felt Like Her "Life Was Over" After Scream Firing

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Melissa Barrera reveals the career-crippling aftermath of her unexpected 'Scream' franchise axing, leaving her feeling like her 'life was over'.

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Barrera was abruptly fired from the 'Scream' reboot by Spyglass, leaving her without any acting offers for 10 full months afterwards.
The 'In the Heights' star says the shock of losing the high-profile role left her feeling like her 'life was over' as her career ground to a halt.

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Melissa Barrera, Spyglass, Scream

Melissa Barrera Felt Like Her &quot;Life Was Over&quot; After Scream Firing