Lupita Nyong'o Addresses Backlash Over 'The Odyssey' Role

Lupita Nyong'o is speaking candidly about her upcoming role in The Odyssey and the reaction to her casting announcement.

The acclaimed performer, 43, graces the cover of Elle's Summer 2026 The Epic Issue, which arrives on U.S. newsstands June 2 and in the UK on June 19.

In an expansive interview with the publication, Nyong'o delves into her familiarity with the source material, her experiences collaborating with director Christopher Nolan, her response to the casting controversy, her public disclosure regarding her fibroid diagnosis, and other topics from her career and personal life.

The actress offers insight into how she approached the role and navigated the public discourse surrounding her involvement in the project.