Tati Gabrielle Prepares for Potential Backlash Over ‘Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet’ Role
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Tati Gabrielle, poised to take the lead in Naughty Dog’s highly anticipated game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, is proactively preparing for potential online negativity. This readiness, guided by Naughty Dog’s studio head Neil Druckmann, acknowledges the unfortunate reality of online harassment that has plagued actors in similar roles.
Facing the Fandom: Lessons Learned from ‘The Last of Us Part II’
Gabrielle revealed to Entertainment Weekly that Druckmann is bootcampen
her,drawing on the experiences of actors like Troy Baker,Ashley Johnson,and Laura Bailey. Bailey,who portrayed Abby in The Last of Us Part II,faced severe backlash for her character’s controversial role in the narrative. The harassment escalated to alarming levels, even involving threats against her newborn child. This serves as a stark reminder of the dark side of passionate fandoms and the potential impact on actors.
Neil (Druckmann, the studio boss) is me bootcampen. I know Troy (Bakers) experiance,I know Ashley (Johnsons) experience … I know Laura Bailey’s experience.
tati Gabrielle, Entertainment Weekly
The gaming community, while largely supportive and enthusiastic, can sometimes exhibit toxic behavior, particularly when narratives challenge established norms or feature diverse characters. Studies have shown that female characters and actors, especially women of color, are disproportionately targeted with online harassment. For example,a 2023 report by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that 53% of women experience online harassment compared to 40% of men.
Embracing the Role, Ignoring the Noise
Gabrielle, who plays the main character Jordan in Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, is already experiencing some criticism based on the initial trailer.She notes the duality of the response: I receive a lot of love, but also a lot of hatred about the fact that I am a woman, a colored woman with a shaved head.
Despite these challenges, Druckmann’s advice is clear: ignore the negativity and focus on creating something remarkable.
Ignore it.Whatever happens, you and I are going to make something marvelous.
Neil Druckmann to Tati Gabrielle
‘Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet’: A Bold New Direction
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, first showcased at The Game Awards, promises a compelling narrative centered around Jordan A. Mun, a skilled bounty hunter who finds herself on the isolated planet Sempiria. The game, developed by Naughty Dog, the studio behind acclaimed titles like The Last of Us and Uncharted, will explore themes of isolation, lost communication, and the influence of a fictional religion. This religious element could possibly spark controversy, making Gabrielle’s preparation all the more crucial.
Familiar Territory: Gabrielle’s Connection to Naughty Dog
Interestingly, this isn’t Gabrielle’s first foray into the world of Naughty Dog. She also plays Nora in the second season of the television adaptation of The Last of Us, demonstrating her familiarity with the studio’s storytelling and the passionate fanbase that surrounds their projects.