Rachel Zegler has spoken about the backlash she faced related to her roles in 'Snow White' and 'West Side Story', describing it as a "really confusing" time. She has stated her refusal to assimilate for the comfort of others, although the specifics of the backlash and her response are not entirely clear. The nature and extent of the backlash, including possible online threats, are reported by various outlets, but details vary.