Published 06/18/2024 7:00:00 p.m.

Morgan Freeman says he ‘detests’ Black History Month: ‘It’s not right’

Morgan Freeman criticized the concept of Black History Month, calling it out for its brevity and emphasizing that Black history is part of American history.
Freeman expressed his disapproval to Variety, stating, "I detest it...You are going to give me the shortest month in a year? And you are going to celebrate 'my' history?! This whole idea makes my teeth itch. It's not right."
The actor also rejected the term "African-American," pointing out the historical significance of different titles for Black individuals and emphasizing that Black history is integral to American history.

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The Independent

Morgan Freeman says he ‘detests’ Black History Month

Morgan Freeman has dismissed the idea of Black History Month, saying: “My history is American history.”The 87-year-old The Shawshank Redemption and Seven star had previously called the annual event, which is observed throughout February, an “insult”.

06/17/2024 5:13:14 p.m.·London, United Kingdom

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Toronto Sun

‘MAKES MY TEETH ITCH:' Morgan Freeman calls out Black History Month

Morgan Freeman is once again blasting "the idea of" Black History Month.

06/17/2024 8:08:39 p.m.·Toronto, Canada

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The Gateway Pundit

Morgan Freeman Slams Black History Month: 'I Detest It... My History is American History'

In an interview with Variety, Freeman said that his history is tied to the story of America rather than his racial identity.

06/17/2024 2:30:01 p.m.·United States

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Spiegel

Morgan Freeman 'loathes' Black History Month.

The Black History Month aims to showcase the history and culture of black people in the USA. Oscar winner Morgan Freeman is not a fan of this initiative. His story is American history.

06/18/2024 10:07:00 a.m.·Germany

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The Daily Wire

Legendary Actor Morgan Freeman Slams Black History Month: ‘I Detest It’

Actor Morgan Freeman said in an interview over the weekend that he despises the concept of Black History Month because black history is a part of American history. Freeman, who is black, made the remarks during an interview with Variety while discussing his past projects, including the Civil War series “The Gray House.” “I detest ...

06/17/2024 12:53:29 p.m.·Nashville, United States

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TMZ

Morgan Freeman Rails Against Black History Month Again, 'Makes My Teeth Itch'

Morgan Freeman is once again voicing his disdain for Black History Month ... blasting the tribute as a deeply flawed concept. The Oscar winner -- who has spoken out against Black History Month a number of times over the years -- railed against the…

06/17/2024 4:51:10 p.m.·Los Angeles, United States

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