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  "textContent": "Halle Bailey is once again reflecting on the backlash surrounding Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid, and noting that other controversial celebrities reached out to support her. But the way her comments are being framed — particularly by Variety — has quickly become part of the story itself. In its coverage of Bailey’s remarks, Variety repeatedly […]\n\nThe post Halle Bailey Says Zendaya, Ariana Grande, and Rachel Zegler Supported Her Amid ‘Little Mermaid’ Backlash as Variety Attacks Fans Again appeared first on Geeks + Gamers.",
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