“I’m very aware of the hate that exists online. But I have to protect my own mental health and my own artistry. I’m really proud of the representation that we’ve created.
We have built a character who is a human being, who is imperfect, who’s complex, who is not here to be liked, who’s not here for anybody’s approval. They’re here to be themselves.
I imagine Che would have something very witty and silly and funny as a rebuttal [to the backlash]; something that ultimately reminds everyone that they are human. And maybe just a little reminder that no one’s perfect.”Sara Ramirez speaking to the New York Times about playing one of the most divisive characters in television history, Che Diaz.
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James Hart
“And Just Like That” stinks, and so does this character. Kim Cattrall is lucky she took a pass on this wreck.
rickywintour
You stink and need to take your funky right wing troll attitude back to your cave. I’m sure Donald Trump is waiting for you to pleasure him on your knees. We know your a conservative mistress.
Bonerboy
Sorry. I loved this show and I loved Che Diaz. And I love Sara Ramirez (the original Lady of the Lake in “Spamelot” on Broadway, the utter (if satirical) representation of Classic Woman Beauty. How is THAT for versatility?)
satxsaturnalian
“We have built a character who is a human being, who is imperfect, who’s complex, who is not here to be liked, who’s not here for anybody’s approval.”
Except they are here for our approval. Isn’t that how tv ratings work?
SamB
If she’s going to have a mental breakdown because of some bad reviews she really needs to get out of showbiz.
Cam
What a surprise, the right wing troll that always defends anti-LGBTQ bigots who attack the community has something negative to say about an out of the closet celeb.
Your trolling at this point has gotten so boring and predictable it’s just sad.
cuteguy
How is this considered trolling? SamB gave an opinion and he was right. And before you start, I am not a GQP troll defending who you perceive to be another allegedly GOP troll CAM. It’s called having an opinion. This actor needs to toughen up to be in show business. SJP and Kristen Davis admitted to getting off social media for a while bc they know the new show sucks. And I don’t recall SJP or Kristen identifying as non binary or gay. The majority of the SATC fans really hate AJLT and even tho it’s not right to attack the actor bc of the bad writing, ppl are entitled to express their opinions.
Cam
@cuteguy
If you aren’t another screename for the troll you may want to change up your style a bit.
downtoearth
FYI Cam accuses EVERYBODY he disagrees with of being a troll. You’re not dealing with a full deck.
Don’t take it personally.
Heywood Jablowme
Cam is a very busy guy with all his trolling on various sites under various names. So he doesn’t have time to actually WATCH any of these shows. If the show sucks, Cam doesn’t care about that; he just has his scorecard where he checks off “LGBT representation.” So if anyone says a show sucks or has a character who sucks, Cam declares they’re somehow “against” LGBT representation.
LumpyPillows
Its like people have lost track of what’s real and what’s fiction. It’s a TV show with a story arc. I’m confident none of these characters end up where they started. I’m curious how they will deal with all this new social mish mash we have going on. I’m certain some people won’t like it. I’m also sure that is part of the point.
As far as being on a crusade for Kim Cattrall, I just don’t get it. The show would be better with Samantha, I think that is the only thing we all would agree on. Its the role that made Kim a star, which is a point that Kim seems to be very ungracious or realistic about. I wish my life were so easy.
Kangol2
I watched the whole thing and it was hardly as bad as people claim. The SATC original trio (without Cattrall) pretty much reprise their roles in a New York that looks closer to reality than the original series. The schematic pairing of each of the White women with a woman of color (Miranda and Che, Carrie and the South Asian American real estate agent, Charlotte with the African American mother) was annoying at first, but it’s clear that the writers wanted to show something closer to the reality of rich White liberal New York women’s lives. The show isn’t set in Boise, Idaho or Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The series also explores how these women have evolved psychologically and socially as 50 year olds in 21st century New York. Some of it is very believable, some a bit preposterous, but none of it–beyond Carrie’s apparent financial windfall–seems totally implausible. I wasn’t a huge fan of SATC, really disliked the one film sequel I saw, and wasn’t hyped over this newest version, but it wasn’t terrible. I also don’t get all the hatred of the Che Diaz character. For every one of her on screen, there are tons in real life.
Bonuscheque
I absolutely loved the new series – it was entertaining. Anyone with a smartphone or computer is now a t.v. critic = 2022.
cuteguy
This show was abysmal and Che Diaz was a wasted opportunity for positive non binary representation. The whole show was a complete flop with the worst storylines, when there was a story. All SATC fans were truly disappointed. Here’s to hoping there is no season 2. Of course if there is, it won’t matter to me.
kbr1201
“All SATC fans were truly disappointed.” – Why are you speaking for others? I was a huge fan of the original and I was not disappointed, nor were most of my friends who were watching (and not hate-watching either). I enjoyed the reboot, especially after the first few episodes — and, having lived in NYC for 15 years, it felt much more like a realistic portrayal of life in NYC than the original all-white version did. It wasn’t perfect — and maybe not even realistic sometimes — but neither was the original. I’m hoping for a season two, but if it doesn’t happen, I feel like this ended with some good closure, much more so than the horrible second film. Don’t like it, don’t watch. But don’t put words in everyone else’s mouth.
Cam
If they don’t like the character they need to complain about the writing, not about the actress who’s mouthing the words the writers wrote.
ThomMc1965
I think Che is the most likable character on the show.
SPEEDOSWIMMER
Terrible sequel.
UpperCasey
Um. HAY there, website caption writer. … So, yeah maybe you wanna rethink this one? “… ONE OF THE MOST DIVISIVE CHARACTERS IN TELEVISION HISTORY ….” Seriously? #OverHypeMuch
baccav
Love the show, Che is inspirational. When I heard a new series was in the play I thought it would be awful. It isn’t, it is wonderful, clever and messy. Says 72 year old white guy.
BoomerMyles
Che came off so disgusting. How could anyone be into that.
rickywintour
The same way nobody could be into you. So you should understand what’s that’s like.