Matthew Lillard Says ‘I Feel Ashamed’ for Acting in ‘Scream 7’ After Melissa Barrera Got Fired: ‘I Blew That. I’m on the Wrong Side of History’

Matthew Lillard has expressed regret and shame for starring in "Scream 7" following the firing of Melissa Barrera from the franchise. Barrera was let go due to social media posts criticizing Israel amid the war in Gaza.

Lillard, who reprised his role as Stu Macher from the original "Scream" in "Scream 7", feels he is "on the wrong side of history" for his decision. According to TheWrap, he stated that Barrera was "on the right side of history" and that he is "ashamed" for not supporting her.

Lillard admitted that he did not think about Barrera's situation when he agreed to reprise his role, and that he "blew that". He expressed disappointment that more people did not speak out in support of Barrera when she was fired.

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