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Awkwafina Claps Back At ‘Cruelty’ Against Asians As Trump Continues To Call Corona ‘Chinese Virus’
Awkwafina is the latest celebrity to come forward and condemn the appalling term “Chinese Virus.” The Oceans 8 actress, 31, took to Instagram on March 24 to tell her fans that she was in quarantine after traveling and working outside the United States. Posting a photo of herself wearing a face mask, Awkwafina wrote a passionate and lengthy statement about the “cruelty” she’s seen as a result of such racist rhetoric. “Have been away working for the past few months in all of this devastation, and wanted to make double sure I was okay to travel before coming back home to the US,” The Farewell star wrote. “Haven’t said much about this whole thing because mostly I am just saddened by it.