Blair Underwood turned down original ‘Sex and the City’ role over racial fetishism storyline
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Blair Underwood revealed that he turned down the opportunity to play Samantha's boyfriend on 'Sex and the City' due to concerns over a storyline that he felt perpetuated racial fetishism. This decision highlights the ongoing conversation about representation and sensitivity in media, as Underwood's choice reflects a desire for more thoughtful portrayals of characters of color in popular television.
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