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The 'West Side Story' actor has also been vocal about the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Talking about her support for Palestine, she said, "My compassion has no boundaries, is really what it is, and my support for one cause does not denounce any others. That's always been at the core of who I am as a person. It's the way I was raised."advertisementWhen asked if her political remarks bring professional consequences, she said, "There are obviously things that are at stake by being outspoken, but nothing is worth innocent lives. My heart doesn't have a fence around it, and if that is considered my downfall? There are worse things."Rachel Zegler received mixed reactions upon being cast as Snow White back in 2021. Later, in 2022, the actor was criticised for her comments on Prince Charming from the original 1937 story. She called the character "dated" and a "stalker."- Ends
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