Zoolander 2 faces boycott over Benedict Cumberbatch's transphobic character

By Ebony Bowden
Updated November 29 2015 - 10:08am, first published November 24 2015 - 12:46am
Benedict Cumberbatch plays an androgynous, Andreja Pejic-esque supermodel in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.
Benedict Cumberbatch plays an androgynous, Andreja Pejic-esque supermodel in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.
Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson must save the world in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.
Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson must save the world in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.
The growing petition slamming the <i>Zoolander</i> sequel. Photo: Care2
The growing petition slamming the <i>Zoolander</i> sequel. Photo: Care2
Benedict Cumberbatch plays an androgynous, Andreja Pejic-esque supermodel in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.
Benedict Cumberbatch plays an androgynous, Andreja Pejic-esque supermodel in <i>Zoolander 2</i>.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options

Get the latest Taree news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.