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flag Lupita Nyong’o says Hollywood repeatedly offered her slavery roles after her Oscar, pushing her to fight for diverse, authentic roles.

flag Lupita Nyong’o has revealed that after winning an Academy Award for *12 Years a Slave*, she was repeatedly offered roles centered on slavery and suffering, despite hoping for greater diversity in her career. flag In a CNN Africa interview, she expressed frustration over Hollywood’s narrow casting, attributing the pattern to systemic racism and colorism. flag She emphasized her commitment to rejecting stereotypical portrayals of African women, choosing instead to advocate for authentic, complex stories. flag Nyong’o, who has since starred in *The Wild Robot* and *A Quiet Place: Day One*, is set to appear in *Lunik Heist*, marking a shift from the roles that initially defined her career. flag Her candid reflections have sparked conversations about representation and the long-term impact of racial bias in entertainment.

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