Back in 2015, Redmayne starred in the critically acclaimed film The Danish Girl as the historical figure Lili Elbe. The movie followed the life of Elbe and her journey as one of the first trans individuals to receive gender reassignment surgery.
Redmayne’s portrayal of the historical figure earned him numerous nominations including one for Best Actor at the Academy Awards.
But many LGBTQ+ activists and members of the transgender community criticised the casting of a cisgender man in the role. In a new interview with The Sunday Times, Redmayne answered whether he would take the role if it was offered to him today. “No, I wouldn’t take it on now.