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After Elon Musk launched the 'Cancel Netflix' Campaign, Netflix shares down 2.2%

7 hours ago
https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2025/10/01/musk-doubles-down-on-cancel-netflix-calls-over-trans-character-and-directors-charlie-kirk-post/
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  • Elon Musk calls for Netflix cancellations over comments by Hamish Steele, director of a canceled animated series, about conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
  • Musk criticizes Netflix's LGBTQ programming and diversity commitments, sharing posts from right-wing accounts.
  • Controversy stems from Steele's alleged post criticizing British PM Keir Starmer's tweet mourning Kirk's death.
  • Right-wing critics attack 'Dead End: Paranormal Park' for LGBTQ themes, accusing Netflix of pushing a 'woke agenda'.
  • Netflix shares drop 2.2% amid the backlash.
  • 'Dead End: Paranormal Park' featured diverse characters and LGBTQ+ representation, receiving positive reviews.
  • Steele denies promoting the show currently and faces homophobic and antisemitic harassment online.
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