The discussion surrounding straight actors portraying gay characters continues, with "The Devil Wears Prada" star Stanley Tucci recently weighing in. During an appearance on BBC Radio 4's "Desert Island Discs," Tucci defended the practice, emphasizing the importance of doing it "the right way." He referenced his own experiences portraying gay men in "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Supernova," noting positive feedback received from the gay community.

Tucci believes that actors should be able to embody diverse roles, stating, "An actor is an actor is an actor. You're supposed to play different people." This perspective contrasts with views expressed by other actors, such as Tom Hanks. In a 2022 interview, Hanks stated he wouldn't take on his Oscar-winning role in "Philadelphia" today, citing the importance of authenticity in modern cinema.

Hanks argued that audiences now expect genuine representation and wouldn't accept a straight actor playing a gay character. Adding to the conversation, "Star Trek" actor Zachary Quinto pointed out the imbalance in opportunities for gay actors playing straight roles compared to straight actors playing gay roles. He questioned the dynamics of representation, referencing the acclaimed film "Call Me By Your Name" and pondering the impact of casting gay actors in those roles.