Idris Elba Reveals Why He Rejects ‘Black Actor’ Label: ‘It Put Me In A Box’

During a recent interview with Esquire, Idris Elba candidly addressed why he doesn’t describe himself as a “Black actor” anymore. Idris Elba Says The World Is ‘Obsessed’ With Race The Thor: Ragnarok star started off by noting that people “are obsessed with race.” As a result, he feels as though people’s “aspirations” and “growth” can be negatively impacted by this “obsession.” He also said that, in his eyes, racism is “only as powerful as you allow it to be.” “As humans, we are obsessed with race. And that obsession can really hinder people’s aspirations, hinder people’s growth. Racism should be… Read Full Article