Filmmaker Jane Campion apologized to tennis players Serena and Venus Williams on Monday for her comments made the day before at the Critics Choice Awards.
Posted at 2:45 p.m.
Crowned Best Director for her film The Power of the Dog (Idog power), Campion said during her acceptance speech that she was honored to be at the same gala as several exceptional women, noting the presence of Serena and Venus Williams, who participated in the appointment as a support to the movie King Richardwhich tells the story of their father.
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Venus and Serena Williams on the 27 red carpetare Critics Choice Awards
After mentioning that she was the only woman in her category, the filmmaker said: “Venus and Serena, you are extraordinary. But unlike me, you don’t have to play against men. »
These remarks ignited social media. Some saw a lack of respect for the Williams sisters. In her message published less than 24 hours later, Jane Campion indicated that she never intended to disparage the two sports legends.
“They raised the bar and opened doors for women. […] I love Serena and Venus. Their feats of arms are titanic and inspiring. Serena and Venus, I apologize. »