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(Oberon actually was South Asian but hid that to ascend in Hollywood at the time.)
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Oberon was South Asian but hid that to ascend in Hollywood at the time.
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News Article
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{
    "person": "Merle Oberon",
    "ethnicity": "South Asian"
}
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Film Race History
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM (6 months ago)

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Jacob Elordi, Heathcliff and the Controversy Over ‘Wuthering Heights’
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/13/movies/heathcliff-jacob-elordi-wuthering-heights-whitewashing.html

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Jacob Elordi's casting as Heathcliff in the new 'Wuthering Heights' film, focusing on accusations of whitewashing. It explores the novel's ambiguous descriptions of Heathcliff's race and the historical context of the book's themes. Scholars and experts weigh in on the interpretation of the character's identity.

Film Casting Whitewashing Wuthering Heights Jacob Elordi Emily Brontë Race Adaptation

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