Gina Carano, Disney Settle Lawsuit Over Firing

Gina Carano and Disney have settled her wrongful termination lawsuit following her 2021 firing from The Mandalorian, which stemmed from controversial social media posts, including comparisons between the treatment of U.S. conservatives and Jews in Nazi Germany. The lawsuit, financially backed by Elon Musk, alleged Carano was dismissed for expressing conservative beliefs, while Disney initially labeled her posts 'abhorrent and unacceptable.' Both parties agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, and the settlement terms remain undisclosed. Disney issued a conciliatory statement praising Carano's professionalism and openness to future collaboration, reflecting a notable shift from their earlier stance. Carano thanked Musk and her supporters, expressing her intention to continue her arts career. The settlement concludes a widely watched dispute involving free speech, political expression, and employer rights in Hollywood.