Allie Trimm speaks out against Marc Platt’s intimidation tactics — Page 2

The Distinctive Baritone said: "You know, simply not posting your political views on social media is a pretty easy way to avoid dealing with bullies and crazy people. Also, no war is ever going to end because of Instagram posts. It’s all performative at this point…and exhausting."

I understand you are speaking in broad terms with Americans voicing their opinions about the genocide online, BUT, Ms. Trimm is speaking to a reality in which these dueling ideologies were affecting her status at her place of work. In any scenario, anyone’s personal beliefs should not be used as a weapon of intimidation, especially here in America. No matter what side you are on, you should not feel at risk for your job.

NYCinLA said: "I understand you are speaking in broad terms with Americans voicing their opinions about the genocide online, BUT, Ms. Trimm is speaking to a reality in which these dueling ideologies were affecting her status at her place of work. In any scenario, anyone’s personal beliefs should not be used as a weapon of intimidation, especially here in America. No matter what side you are on, you should not feel at risk for your job."

Tell that to Chad Kimball and Laura Osnes.

Tag said: "NYCinLA said: "I understand you are speaking in broad terms with Americans voicing their opinions about the genocide online, BUT, Ms. Trimm is speaking to a reality in which these dueling ideologies were affecting her status at her place of work. In any scenario, anyone’s personal beliefs should not be used as a weapon of intimidation, especially here in America. No matter what side you are on, you should not feel at risk for your job."

Tell that to Chad Kimball and Laura Osnes."

Chad Kimball's (and everyone else's) contract ended long before Broadway came back after Covid. They simply chose not to hire him again and hired a better actor when Come From Away reopened. Regarding Laura, implementing safety protocols during a global pandemic and having her choose not to participate are not comparable to anything Ms.Trimm is speaking out about.

Updated On: 9/18/26 at 12:50 AM

War isn’t genocide. Genocide (as defined by the UN) requires intent and giving warnings of bombings as Israel does shows lack of intent. Genocide doesn’t require a minimum number of deaths. Of course when Trump said he wanted to destroy Iran and then started a war - that is genocide.


Palestinian actors who refuse to work with actors who are Zionists - that is, people who support a Jewish homeland - maybe should worry about their future in the industry.


Honestly, Quizking, starting this thread was a bit disingenuous

NYCinLA said: "The Distinctive Baritone said: "You know, simply not posting your political views on social media is a pretty easy way to avoid dealing with bullies and crazy people. Also, no war is ever going to end because of Instagram posts. It’s all performative at this point…and exhausting."

I understand you are speaking in broad terms with Americans voicing their opinions about the genocide online, BUT, Ms. Trimm is speaking to a reality in which these dueling ideologies were affecting her status at her place of work. In any scenario, anyone’s personal beliefs should not be used as a weapon of intimidation, especially here in America. No matter what side you are on, you should not feel at risk for your job."


I agree with you - one’s personal beliefs should not affect one’s job security. Of course. BUT…in pretty much every profession, they have the potential to - especially in public facing jobs like actors, teachers, etc. Although Marc Platt was definitely abusing his power here, how is what he was doing really that different from the bosses of countless other people who have lost their jobs (or in this case, had them threatened) over social media posts? I’m not saying it’s right, I’m saying that posting your opinion on social media about a highly controversial subject is all risk and no reward. As a teacher, I stopped doing it a few years ago out of fear of parents and students seeing my posts and causing me trouble (I teach at a somewhat conservative school). So while I sympathize with Allie Trimm here, if I were her, I would have just kept my mouth shut and not have done anything to jeopardize my position.

Updated On: 9/18/26 at 10:07 AM

Why are the rich and powerful so all-in on this genocide?

The Distinctive Baritone said: "Mmm’kay. Keep “speaking out” into the void. I’m sure you’re really changing the world.

BTW, you calling someone a “POS” for disagreeing with you doesn’t make you a hero, it makes you an a**hole. But I hope you get more “likes” on your post!"

How do you think any of the major social movements have had effect? .....by people speaking out. Are you slow?

GiantsInTheSky2 said: "That must be rhetorical question.

Distinctive, going by your, uh…”logic”,your comments accomplish nothing and are largely useless as well. Perhaps you shut up and quit posting? Or does it only work when using that against people who disagree with you."



I'm arguing with you people for entertainment purposes only. I have no aspirations to actually change anything, nor any illusions that I will.

That said, some of you are being really hostile (and kinda mean) and need to chill out. JFC.

And on that note, I will exit it this conversation so that you all can continue shouting into your echo chamber. Have a good weekend!

Couldn't care less about what Trimm or Platt think.

Updated On: 9/19/26 at 12:08 AM