Richard Dreyfuss Faces Backlash for Controversial Rant at ‘Jaws’ Screening in Massachusetts

The Cabot Theater in Beverly, Massachusetts, has issued an apology following controversial remarks made by actor Richard Dreyfuss during a special screening of "Jaws." The event, titled "An Evening With Richard Dreyfuss + Jaws Screening," was expected to feature humorous and insightful commentary from Dreyfuss about the film. However, attendees reported that Dreyfuss instead delivered a rant that was perceived as sexist, homophobic, and transphobic, particularly focusing on topics such as trans youth and the Academy Awards' inclusivity rules.

The remarks led to immediate backlash, with some attendees walking out and others expressing their outrage on social media. Descriptions of the event ranged from "disgusting" to "disgraceful." In response, The Cabot issued a statement apologizing for the incident and taking full responsibility for not foreseeing the direction of Dreyfuss's comments. The theater reiterated its commitment to values of inclusivity and respect, although no refunds have been offered to the attendees.