Morgan Freeman's criticism of Black History Month: 'I detest it. My history is American history'
It is not the first time that the renowned 87-year-old actor has expressed disapproval of the idea. In the past, he assured that the best way to eradicate racism is to "stop talking about it."
Morgan Freeman once again criticized the commemoration of Black History Month. In an interview in Variety, the renowned 87-year-old actor declared: "My history is American history."
Freeman: The best way to eradicate racism is to 'stop talking about it'
It is not the first time that the Oscar-winning actor has expressed his rejection of this narrative. In 2023, he referred to Black History Month as an "insult," as well as criticizing the use of the term "African American":
Back in 2005, Freeman first described the idea of a month dedicated to black history as "ridiculous."
At that moment the controversy began, since the actor assured that the best way to eradicate racism is to "stop talking about it.":