Evangeline Lilly, known for her role in the Avengers franchise, has publicly criticized Disney over recent layoffs at Marvel Studios. She described the situation as 'disgusting and horrible,' expressing her concern for the artists who have contributed significantly to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Lilly specifically condemned the decision to replace visual development team members with AI, asserting that those who 'brought the MCU to life' are being unjustly replaced. Her comments reflect growing tensions in the industry regarding the impact of technology on creative jobs.