Known for their portrayal of The Flash in the DC Universe, Ezra Miller is no stranger to controversies. Earlier, the actor was charged with some serious allegations of disorderly conduct and harassment. However, apart from this, Miller stirred another controversy in 2022 after posting an Instagram video.
One of the videos they shared on Instagram, left many viewers perplexed. With many interpreting his words as a threat to the members of the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) in Beulaville, North Carolina.
Ezra Miller shared a controversial video on social media
Ezra Miller’s video, uploaded on January 27, 2023, seemed to address the KKK members, that include several historical and current American white supremacist, far-right terrorist organizations as well as hate groups. Though the reasons behind the video remain unclear, Miller was heard saying,
“Look, if y’all want to die, I suggest just killing yourselves with your own guns, OK? Otherwise, keep doing exactly what you’re doing right now – and you know what I am talking about – then, you know, we’ll do it for you, if that’s really what you want. Talk to you soon, OK. Bye.”
Apart from this, the video was accompanied by a caption stating, “Please disseminate (gross!) this video to all those whom it may concern. This is not a joke and even though I do recognise myself to be a clown please trust me and take this seriously. Let’s save some live now ok babies? Love you like woah.”
And undoubtedly, the video sparked an array of discussions among netizens. Questioning the potential consequences of such statements made by a public figure, many demanded the actor to explain his statements. However, now, the post has been deleted from Miller’s account, without offering any official statements on the matter.
Ezra Miller was reportedly living in fear of the KKK and the FBI
Last year, reports of Ezra Miller taking on an extensive cross-country journey surfaced. However, what surprised many was that the actor was armed, and seen wearing a bulletproof vest. Since then, reports of Miller believing he was pursued by the FBI and the Ku Klux Klan began to emerge.
As reported by Business Insider, these alarming reports might have links to the multiple arrests, accusations of threats, and allegations of manipulating a teenager over an extended period of time against Miller. Accusing them of creating a cult-like environment, the reports revealed that several people who are close to The Flash actor have expressed grave concerns about Miller’s safety.
A longtime family friend told the outlet, “I think Ezra has been enabled because of their fame, their wealth, their earning potential, their whiteness, and their beauty. It’s really hard to intervene when someone has as many resources as Ezra. When you’re famous, people are less likely to say ‘no’ to you. I think that those things can be really dangerous.”
Apart from this, some other people close to Miller have reported that the actor had experienced “frequent meltdowns” while shooting The Flash. However, these instances were characterized by self-critical behavior rather than violent outbursts. But opposed to them, off the set, Miller has faced accusations of menacing behavior, physical altercations, and claims of threats and grooming.
Source: NME, Business Insider (Via CBR)
