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Some analysts suggest that Vanderpool's recounting aligns with a pattern of "grifting"—leveraging nostalgic appreciation for past shows to promote personal narratives of victimhood. She seems to frame her story as part of a broader pattern of revealing alleged underlying racism in Hollywood, which critics deem as often exaggerated or misrepresented.
Others point out that similar claims have been made before by various former cast members and insiders, often intertwined with discussions of industry misconduct and systemic issues. However, the consensus among skeptics is that Vanderpool's account may oversimplify complex casting decisions and inadvertently misattribute merit-based casting choices to racial bias.