Producer’s son Jonah Platt publicly calls out actress Rachel Zegler for damaging Disney’s “Snow White” remake through her controversial political statements, claiming her actions directly hurt the film’s box office performance.
Key Takeaways
- Jonah Platt, son of “Snow White” producer Marc Platt, criticized lead actress Rachel Zegler for hurting the film’s box office with her political activism and controversial statements.
- Marc Platt reportedly flew to New York specifically to address concerns with Zegler about her political posts, including pro-Palestine comments.
- Platt defended his father against harassment accusations, arguing that Zegler’s “narcissism” put the livelihoods of countless film workers at risk.
- The Disney remake underperformed at the box office, earning $43 million in its opening weekend versus higher expectations, and received a poor 42% Rotten Tomatoes score.
- Zegler had previously faced backlash for criticizing the original 1937 “Snow White” film as “dated” and making controversial political statements during the film’s promotion.
Producer’s Son Blasts Zegler’s “Narcissism” for Hurting Film
Jonah Platt, son of “Snow White” producer Marc Platt, has publicly criticized lead actress Rachel Zegler for allegedly damaging the Disney remake’s box office performance through her political activism. The controversy began with reports that Marc Platt had reprimanded Zegler over political social media posts, particularly those supporting Palestine. Jonah defended his father’s actions by emphasizing that the producer was forced to address a situation that threatened a major Disney investment and the livelihoods of thousands of film workers.
Jonah’s criticism was particularly pointed in his characterization of Zegler’s behavior. Responding to social media discussion about the situation, he described her actions as “narcissism” that should not be “coddled or encouraged.” The dispute highlights growing tensions between Hollywood’s traditional business interests and younger performers who increasingly view their platforms as vehicles for political expression, regardless of potential commercial consequences.
NEW: The son of 'Snow White' producer Marc Platt absolutely unleashes on Rachel Zegler for ruining his father's movie.
Jonah Platt is ripping the 23-year-old actress for getting political and ruining Snow White.
The comment from Platt was found on Instagram after one user asked… pic.twitter.com/1k1xnnw2af
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) March 26, 2025
Film Struggles Amid Ongoing Controversies
The live-action “Snow White” remake has faced numerous challenges beyond Zegler’s political statements. The film received a disappointing 42% score on Rotten Tomatoes and earned only $43 million in its opening weekend, falling short of the performance of other recent Disney live-action adaptations. Industry observers note that the film’s troubles began before its release, with Zegler’s casting itself drawing criticism from some viewers who objected to her Colombian and Polish heritage in the traditionally Germanic role.
Zegler had previously made controversial comments about the original 1937 animated film, calling it “dated” and criticizing its themes. These remarks alienated fans of the classic Disney production and created marketing challenges for the studio. Additional statements she made about Trump supporters further complicated the film’s reception among certain audience demographics, creating what some industry insiders describe as an unnecessary obstacle for a film already facing significant scrutiny.
Responsibility to Film Workers at Center of Dispute
Central to Jonah Platt’s criticism was his concern for the many workers affected by the film’s commercial performance. “This is called adult responsibility and accountability. And her actions clearly hurt the film’s box office. Free speech does not mean you’re allowed to say whatever you want in your private employment without repercussions. Tens of thousands of people worked on that film and she hijacked the conversation for her own immature desires at the risk of all the colleagues and crew and blue collar workers who depend on that movie to be successful. Narcissism is not something to be coddled or encouraged,” wrote Platt.
Disney has not issued an official statement addressing the controversy between Zegler and the Platt family, nor have representatives for Zegler responded to requests for comment regarding Jonah Platt’s accusations. As the situation continues to develop, industry analysts are watching closely to see how studios might adjust their contracts and policies regarding performers’ public statements, particularly when promoting major film investments that employ thousands of workers across various specialties.
