Nico Parker hits back at How to Train Your Dragon abuse
The 20-year-old star - who is the daughter of actress Thandiwe Newton, 52, and director Ol Parker, 56 - is playing Astrid Hofferson in the live version adaptation of the classic DreamWorks animation. America Ferrera voiced the original version of Astrid in the 2010 animated film, but when Nico's casting was announced she became the target of racist abuse. Speaking to The Times, the rising star hit back at those who tried to demean her over her role while discussing the upcoming release.
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