Whats Going on With John Boyega Losing His Twitter Verification?
John Boyega is someone who has used his platform and voice to call out racism in Hollywood and beyond, push back on those racist fans who scream at him on social media, and to stand up for what he believes in. Last summer, during the Black Lives Matter movement happening around the world, Boyega stood up and proudly said that he didnt care what his vocality did to his career because he wasnt going to be silent. It was a moment when fans worldwide applauded the actions of an actor we love and vowed to support his career and work. We dont know exactly what is happening, but earlier this month, it appears that Boyega abruptly departed the Netflix film Rebel Ridge. The Hollywood Reporter released a piece yesterday citing sources that made it seem as if Boyega left the production without telling anyone involved. This felt a lot like it was manufactured to make Boyega look bad, with a hit piece feeling as several insiders  say the star had myriad issues ranging from the script to his accommodations. Its hard not to think Boyega is being cast in this light on purpose, given how outspoken hes been about racism and Hollywood, and how the powerful in Hollywood tend to smear people who take a stand as difficult. Often with well-placed articles in publications that rely on them for information. Boyegas agent and team have since contested the story, and IndieWire reported that Boyegas agent Femi Oguns told THR: I can categorically say that these rumors are completely untrue. People will form their opinions often rooted from boredom. As stated John unfortunately left due to family reasons which in truth is none of anyones business except his own. John and Netflix have a wonderful relation which will continue to grow for years to come whether that be through his acting or through [Boyegas production company] UpperRoom.  From there, though, events got even more confusing, as many people on social media noticed that Boyegas Twitter account is no longer verified. (There have been claims that Boyegas tweets were deleted up until November 2020 but, to my knowledge, Boyega has not tweeted in the last seven months.) John Boyega is no longer verified on Twitter and all tweets from the last seven months have been deleted pic.twitter.com/rKRmnY4eja  Erik Anderson (@awards_watch) June 23, 2021  So while there is the Rebel Ridge story swirling, many of us are now concerned over Boyegas wellbeing. Boyega is an internationally known movie star and public figure with more than 2 million followers. Unless the request came from him or his team, its unfathomable that Twitter would have any reason to unverify him. Tweets began to pour in, hoping for Boyegas wellbeing while also pointing out that this is exactly the kind of thing that Boyega was talking about in his speech from last year. John Boyega knew that speaking against systematic & industry racism would threaten his career. When Black actors refuse to let themselves be made a victim, they become a target. Weve seen this with Candice Patton, Ray Fisher, and so many more #IStandWithJohnBoyega pic.twitter.com/QXJW6x2Y1T  Okiro (@TheFirstOkiro) June 24, 2021  the whole john boyega situation is mad sketchy because idk if its hollywood trying to blacklist him or his personal reasons, i just hope hes okay  angel  (@MVRCSPECTOR) June 24, 2021  the industry tryna make john boyega look hard to work with in front of our very eyes. https://t.co/TprhyMxrSX  t. |   (@c0astferrari) June 23, 2021  Never forget how John Boyega put his career on the line to talk about racism towards black people, the BLM movement and Disney sidelining POC characters. This man deserves your unwavering support. pic.twitter.com/U4YxEr88LU  Madiha (@DAISYJEDIRIDLEY) June 18, 2021  doors were certainly closed to him for being an activist for black lives matters, yup, the industry is definitely trying to ruin john boyegas career now painting him as unprofessional and difficult to work with, ive heard this of so many black actors and its never true. I dont see Harrison Ford, Sebastian Stan or Oscar Isaac ever getting that reputation #IStandwithJohnBoyega  Okiro (@TheFirstOkiro) June 24, 2021  i really hope john boyega is okay. the industry has treated him so badly for years and now theyre trying to paint him as difficult to work withid rather he be okay mentally than to suffer just for trying to make his dreams come true  rach (@wonderwitched) June 24, 2021  I hope John Boyega is okay.  NOV4MBER. (@50shadesofTayy) June 24, 2021  I hope that John Boyega is doing well and is taking some time for himself and his family, as his agent stated. I hope that this isnt something other than Boyega protecting himself and his mental health, but I also dont trust Hollywood, especially the sources behind that THR piece. Well keep an eye on this story for further updates and any clarification on the Twitter matter. One thing remains clear: John Boyega should have our support right now. Become a subscriber and support the site! [email protected]