In a plot twist that even the most seasoned Sex and the City fans didn’t see coming, it appears that Che Diaz, portrayed by Sara Ramirez, might be bidding farewell to the glittering streets of New York in the upcoming third season of “And Just Like That.”
The rumors swirling around the character’s departure gained momentum after Ramirez’s recent statement that not only hinted at their exit but also took a swipe at the murky side of the entertainment industry.
In a world where even the most glamorous red carpets have a hidden agenda, Ramirez called out the industry’s alleged practice of creating “blacklists” for actors expressing solidarity with Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war.
The actor, known for their outspoken stance on the conflict, shed light on the industry’s double standards in a recent Instagram post.
Ramirez declared, “While they give awards away, casting directors and agents are making blacklists of actors and workers who post anything in support of Palestinians in Gaza to ensure they will not work again.”
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— Tazmin Merchant & Other News – Tazmin Merchant Fan (@tazminmerchant) April 23, 2023As if that bombshell wasn’t enough, Ramirez didn’t shy away from pointing fingers at their own character, Che Diaz. In a brilliantly worded swipe, they remarked, “It’s wild how performative so many in Hollywood are.
Even more performative than the last character I played.” Ouch, and just like that, Che Diaz found themselves in the line of fire – both on and off-screen.
The controversy surrounding Che Diaz is not a novel concept. Since joining the Sex and the City universe in 2021, the character has been a lightning rod for criticism.
Described as “an amalgam of contradictions” by a Guardian review, Che was deemed a caricature of a non-binary individual, drawing public ire for being more of an enigma than a relatable character.
Even as Ramirez acknowledged the online hate, they defended Che as a complex, imperfect human being not meant to cater to the audience’s approval.
However, the big question remains: Is Che Diaz really making an exit from the show, or is this just another twist in the dramatic tale of Sex and the City? Rumors suggest that the character got the boot because, well, “Che brought nothing to the show anymore,” according to MailOnline. Yet, HBO is keeping mum, leaving fans in suspense about the fate of this polarizing character.
Adding fuel to the speculation fire is the fact that the last season concluded with Che no longer romantically entangled with Miranda but still firmly planted in the friendship circle with Miranda and Carrie Bradshaw. The dynamics might be shifting, but the anticipation is skyrocketing.
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— Smiley (@IamMissSmiley) August 7, 2023As the curtain rises on the drama behind the scenes, Sex and the City enthusiasts brace themselves for another season of high heels, cosmopolitans, and unexpected twists.
Whether Che Diaz’s exit is a reality or just a rumor, one thing’s for sure – the off-screen theatrics are just as captivating as the on-screen ones. After all, in the world of Sex and the City, nothing is ever as it seems. And just like that, the saga continues.
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