Dinklage’s Snow White Stirs Fury: ‘Took Food From My Daughter!’

Dinklage’s Snow White Stirs Fury: ‘Took Food From My Daughter!’

The latest take on Disney’s “Snow White” is causing a stir, and one actor is not holding back his feelings. He claims Peter Dinklage’s comments about the classic dwarf characters have directly impacted his career and his family’s livelihood. The actor, speaking on the Club Shay Shay podcast, expressed serious frustration, even jokingly saying, “Are you watching, Dinklage?”

He went on to explain his anger, saying, “You know that you took work away from me and my 6-year-old dwarf daughter. You took money and food out of my 6-year-old daughter’s mouth. Thanks, Dink.” The strong words highlight a deep concern about representation and job opportunities within Hollywood for little people.

The Controversy Explained

The actor detailed how the situation unfolded. Peter Dinklage, known for his role as Tyrion Lannister in “Game of Thrones,” appeared on the podcast “WTF with Marc Maron.” During the interview, Dinklage questioned Disney’s plan to remake “Snow White” with the traditional seven dwarfs. He wondered aloud if the project was still moving forward with that concept.

This comment, the actor believes, led to significant changes. Initially, Disney seemed set to cast a group of little people for the roles. The actor was excited, stating, “I’m down. I’m game. Let’s go. It’s Snow White and the Seven dwarfs. It’s literally the part I was made to play.”

Shifting Plans and Actor’s Outrage

However, the project’s direction then changed. Disney announced they would be making “Snow White and the Seven Magical Beings.” A photo released of these “Magical Beings” drew criticism. The actor described the group as looking like “a hacky sack circle at Berkeley,” noting it was a diverse mix of people, but only included one little person.

Following public backlash, Disney reportedly decided to revert to the original concept of “Seven Dwarfs.” But the actor’s frustration didn’t end there. The new plan involved using CGI to create the dwarfs, essentially removing the need to cast little people for the roles at all. “They CGI’d the dwarf. I was mad. I’m still mad,” he declared.

Financial Stakes and Respect

The actor pointed out the financial implications of these decisions. He suggested that if he had the kind of financial security that someone like Peter Dinklage might have, perhaps from a major show like “Game of Thrones,” he might not be as vocal about these job opportunities. “If I had Game of Thrones money, Dink, then maybe I would be, you know, talking out about these roles too, but I don’t,” he stated.

Despite his anger, the actor expressed that he still holds significant respect for Peter Dinklage as a performer. He stated, “Despite what I’ve just done, I have a lot of respect for the man.” However, he also expressed a desire to have a direct conversation with Dinklage.

Seeking Dialogue

He wants to understand Dinklage’s true thoughts on the matter. “I would love to have that conversation with him and see what he truly thinks about that and if it got blown out of proportion and if he truly doesn’t want dwarfs to play those roles,” the actor explained. He hopes to get clarity on whether Dinklage’s initial comments were misinterpreted or if they genuinely reflect a desire to move away from traditional portrayals of dwarf characters.

The actor’s strong reaction highlights a broader conversation in Hollywood about casting, representation, and the impact of public comments on job opportunities for marginalized groups. The outcome of Disney’s “Snow White” casting decisions continues to be a topic of debate among actors and fans alike.

“That’s the yak talking.” – Actor on Club Shay Shay, explaining his strong emotions.

Source: Peter Dinklage & Brad's Beef: "That's the yak talking." I CLUB SHAY SHAY (YouTube)