The change, which insiders describe as political, has left many formerPixaremployees and consultants disheartened.
The now-removed storyline would have focused on Kai, atransgender charactervoiced by teen trans actressChanel Stewart.
The characters journey was reportedly central to the episode, which had already been completed.
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Win or Lose is an animated sports comedy series produced by Pixar. The show follows a co-ed middle school softball team and their coach as they navigate the highs and lows leading up to their championship game. Each episode is from a different character’s perspective, providing unique insights into their individual experiences and emotions.
The decision to remove the storyline has also drawn comparisons to other recent controversies within Disneys animation portfolio.
The removal of the storyline also broughtpersonal pain to Chanel Stewart, the actress originally cast as Kai.
Stewart said she felt very disheartened by the change, a sentiment echoed by Ligatich.
Win or Losepremieres on February 19, 2025 on Disney+ in its altered form.
Each episode is from a different character’s perspective, providing unique insights into their individual experiences and emotions.
