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'The Acolyte' Star Was “Shocked” by Racist Abuse Leveled at the Divisive 'Star Wars' Show
MovieWebStory by Jonathan Fuge
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Star of hit 'Star Wars' show 'The Acolyte' speaks out about the shocking racist abuse he faced from toxic fans.
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- Lee Jung-jae, the Emmy-winning lead of 'The Acolyte', was left 'shocked' and had his 'feelings hurt' by the racist backlash from a vocal minority of the fanbase.
- Despite the divisive reaction, 'The Acolyte' is one of the most anticipated 'Star Wars' projects, and Lee's powerful performance is generating major Oscars buzz in Hollywood.
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Lee Jung-jae, Star Wars, The Acolyte