Gersh Agency Dismisses Dasha Nekrasova Following Nick Fuentes Podcast
Dasha Nekrasova, known for her role in HBO’s “Succession,” has been dismissed by the Gersh Agency. This development follows her hosting of far-right commentator Nick Fuentes on her podcast “Red Scare.” A spokesperson from the agency confirmed the termination to El-Balad.
Details of the Podcast Appearance
Nekrasova’s podcast episode featuring Fuentes was uploaded to YouTube on October 10. In this episode, they discussed Fuentes’ increasing visibility and contentious topics, including:
- The Charlie Kirk assassination
- Immigration issues
- Kanye West’s influence
- Vaccines
- The “Groyper army”
The video gained significant attention, garnering over 220,000 views, with a repost accruing an additional 69,000 views.
Controversial Fiures and Responses
Fuentes has faced backlash, even from some within right-wing circles. He is known for leading the “Groyper” movement, which has been criticized for its racist and antisemitic ideologies. A report by The New York Times labeled the 27-year-old as a white nationalist. The article also highlighted a controversial interview between Fuentes and Tucker Carlson, where Fuentes promoted an exclusive, “pro-white,” Christian movement, claiming that “organized Jewry” threatens American cohesion.
Nekrasova’s Career Highlights
In “Succession,” Nekrasova portrayed Comfrey Pellits, a member of Kendall Roy’s PR team. Her character also briefly dated cousin Greg across nine episodes. Alongside her work on this acclaimed series, Nekrasova’s television credits include:
- “The Serpent”
- “Dickinson”
- “Mr. Robot”
She has also made her mark in film, acting in and directing productions like “Materialists” and “The Scary of Sixty-First.”
Previous Controversies
Nekrasova has been at the center of controversy previously. In a 2023 article for The New Yorker, she made provocative statements about religious and cultural infiltration, specifically mentioning Freemasons and Jewish communities in connection to the Church.
The dismissal by the Gersh Agency following her association with Fuentes underscores the potential repercussions faced by entertainers navigating controversial discussions in today’s polarized media environment.
