Christopher Nolan’s “Odyssey” will be released in theaters soon, although before its release the film managed to attract a lot of attention. The film’s star-studded cast list has been a topic of discussion for weeks.
Now, with Lupita Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy confirmed, even Elon Musk had a few words to say. However, “Rust” actor Alec Baldwin was quick to jump into the debate to support her.
Alec Baldwin defends Lupita Nyong’o from Elon Musk’s statements
Baldwin took to his social media account and posted Musk’s comments about Lupita Nyong’o and her casting as Helen of Troy. He posted a photo of the famous “Black Panther” actress and added a caption: “Dear Elon… but she’s the most beautiful woman in the world… Alec.”
His wife, Hilaria Baldwin, also reacted in a similar way and left a fire emoji and a heart emoji in the comments section.
What did Elon Musk say about Lupita Nyong’o and her choice of the movie Odyssey?
Over the past few months, Elon Musk has made multiple comments about his dissatisfaction with the casting of Nyong’o in Nolan’s film. On multiple occasions, I have agreed with people who have criticized Lupita’s casting as Helen of Troy. He even once commented, “Chris Nolan has lost his integrity” regarding the casting of Lupita and Elliot Page in the film.
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Lupita Nyong’o chooses the movie “Odyssey”
Her participation in the project has been confirmed since 2024. However, only in a recent interview with Time magazine did Christopher Nolan debunk all the mystery and rumors surrounding her feature in the film, as she did not appear in any of the teasers shared online. He confirmed that she will play a dual role of Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra.