Actress Rachel Zegler, known for her role in Disney’s live-action “Snow White,” shared in a recently released interview that she isn’t particularly anxious about how her opinions on Gaza might impact her career.
“My compassion is limitless. What does that even mean?” Zegler remarked during the conversation with Culture Outlet ID. She emphasized that support for one cause doesn’t diminish her support for others, a principle she’s always held close.
“Snow White” has recently been described as Disney’s poorest performing wide release in nearly ten years. The film, a remake of the original 1937 classic, premiered in March 2025 but struggled, only earning around $200 million globally.
Zegler faced criticism on social media for comments she made about the original “Snow White” during Disney’s 2022 D23 Expo. She noted that the original comic was outdated, which sparked debate among fans.
She became a source of controversy again following her remarks on the Israel-Gaza conflict, expressing a strong opinion in an X post and describing how voters for Donald Trump might “never know peace,” which she later apologized for when she reflected on the negativity surrounding divisions in current discourse.
In a recent interview, Zegler talked candidly about the challenges she’s faced regarding the film’s reception. She mentioned seeking help from a psychiatrist and taking medication for anxiety. Despite this, she rejects a “victim’s mindset” and chooses to embrace positivity. “It’s a choice, and I wake up every day deciding to be happy,” she said, acknowledging the struggle to maintain that outlook in the face of adversity.
