The debate over nepotism in Hollywood is buzzing, and the latest spotlight is on North West, the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Let’s dive into what’s going on.
Kim and Kanye’s daughter, North West, is now ten years old. Recently, she landed the role of young Simba for The Lion King’s 30th anniversary concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Jason Weaver, who originally provided the singing voice for young Simba, praised North’s talent online. However, not everyone was thrilled with North being chosen.
Many people on social media are criticizing this casting choice, accusing it of being nepotism. They argue that North got the role because of her famous parents, not necessarily her talent. One person tweeted, “Everyone is saying not to be too harsh on her & that’s fair but let’s be very real: there are plenty of talented & hard-working 10-year-olds who deserved this far more than North West, who even looks like she didn’t attend rehearsals. Nepotism is a mockery to hard-working people.”
Another critic wrote, “I’m sorry but casting North West as Simba when there are hundreds of properly trained theatre kids with voice coaches, dance skills, and experience was a HORRIBLE choice. It definitely makes you question the credibility of the casting director. You let Kim pay to ruin your show.”
Rumors are swirling about how North snagged the role. A source told the Daily Mail that the Kardashian family has close connections with the event’s producers, which likely played a big part in North landing the part. The production company behind The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl also produces The Kardashians!
This isn’t North’s first time in the spotlight. Earlier this year, she was featured on a track with her father, Kanye West, and other artists.
According to the source, another reason for her casting was the publicity her name would bring. “They were hoping to draw publicity for this, which they did. But North didn’t have to compete against anyone else and anyone else who would have auditioned would have not gotten it anyways. This is 100 percent the result of her family’s relationship with Disney and with Fulwell.”
The performance is also expected to be featured in an upcoming episode of the family’s reality show, which would further increase the show’s visibility. “The promise of the moment being shown on the show and to go and be seen everywhere was also a major selling point for having North a part of the festivities. Like everything the Kardashians do, this was well-documented and planned. They have to keep the brand somehow,” the source said.
Despite the controversy, the insider revealed that North is genuinely passionate about music and performing and was excited about the role. “North wants to do music, stage, TV, film, and all different things in entertainment. So every opportunity she gets or is given is all a part of the plan for her to take over Hollywood as crazy as that might sound it is one thing that Kim and Kanye can agree on and they are going to help get her any and all opportunities possible.”
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