Actor Clifton Powell is speaking out on the harsh realities of racism in Hollywood. He recalled an article where Wesley Snipes’ white agent revealed producers once told him: “Don’t send anybody in here that is darker than Denzel.” Powell’s revelation shines a light on the colorism and discrimination that has long plagued the industry. 🎥: @theartofdialogue What did you guys think? Let us know in the comments. Follow @authentic_african for daily posts on African News, History, and Pop Culture 🛑I

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Emma Ansah reports on veteran actor Clifton Powell, who exposes the racism and colorism he’s faced in Hollywood. Powell opens up about the bias Black actors continue to battle behind the scenes — and even recalls a moment where he almost swung on a racist while working on set. From casting discrimination to the toxic ways colorism still shapes roles, Powell’s honesty sheds light on the realities of being Black in the entertainment industry. This segment was produced and reported by the African D