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Anna Camp Apologizes for Repost Knocking Boycotts as Scream 7 Posts Record Debut

The reversal followed backlash to a repost seen as mocking boycotts linked to Melissa Barrera’s 2023 firing.

Overview

  • Camp said the Instagram Story she reshared did not reflect her beliefs, deleted it, and wrote that she “meant no harm” in a public statement on X.
  • The since-deleted Story, originally from the Scream With Ryan C. Showers podcast, celebrated the film’s success and declared that “the boycott didn’t work,” drawing criticism from fans.
  • Pro‑Palestine groups demonstrated outside the Los Angeles premiere, urging a boycott and citing industry silencing of pro‑Palestinian voices after Barrera’s removal.
  • Scream 7 opened to about $64.1 million domestically and roughly $97 million worldwide, with low critic scores contrasted by stronger audience ratings.
  • Barrera’s ouster triggered a retooling that saw Jenna Ortega and the original director exit, with Kevin Williamson directing and legacy star Neve Campbell returning.