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After It Was Reported That Patrick Schwarzenegger Is Campaigning To Star In “American Psycho,” His “Embarrassing” Response To Past Reports That Austin Butler Was In Talks For The Role Has Resurfaced Online

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After It Was Reported That Patrick Schwarzenegger Is Campaigning To Star In “American Psycho,” His “Embarrassing” Response To Past Reports That Austin Butler Was In Talks For The Role Has Resurfaced Online

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Patrick Schwarzenegger's enthusiastic campaign to star as Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino's new interpretation of 'American Psycho' has brought renewed attention to his past comments about Austin Butler being previously considered for the role. Patrick's earlier remarks about wanting a 'newish' actor for the part have been labeled as hypocritical and embarrassing, given his own background and steady acting career since 2016. Despite deleting his old tweet, screenshots of it continue to circulate, fueling criticism of his nepotism and perceived bitterness towards Butler's success. The public's reaction highlights the irony of Patrick's situation, as many view his comments as an inability to accept Butler's achievements without attributing them to his own perceived lack of opportunities. The ongoing dialogue underscores the complex dynamics of Hollywood casting, nepotism, and the challenges faced by actors trying to break into major roles.

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  • Patrick Schwarzenegger is actively campaigning to play Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino's upcoming 'American Psycho' film, a role previously linked to Austin Butler.

  • In the past, Patrick made comments about wanting a 'newish' actor for the role, which have resurfaced and been criticized as hypocritical given his own established career and famous family background.

  • Screenshots of Patrick's deleted tweets continue to circulate online, leading to public scrutiny and widespread criticism of his perceived entitlement and resentment towards Austin Butler's success.

  • Social media users have pointed out the irony of Patrick's statements, considering his advantages of nepotism in the industry and his steady acting presence since 2016.

  • Patrick's situation has sparked discussions about the challenges and perceptions surrounding casting decisions in Hollywood, particularly regarding nepotism and the opportunities available to emerging versus established actors.

  • Critics suggest Patrick's inability to accept Butler's success may stem from his reliance on family connections, contrasting Butler's long-standing career efforts.

  • The public reaction underscores the complex nature of fame, opportunity, and recognition in the entertainment industry, highlighting ongoing debates about fairness and meritocracy.

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