Mumbai, March 25 -- J.P. Karliak, the voice actor for Morph in Disney+'s X-Men '97, discusses the backlash the show faced following Marvel Animation's description of the character as non-binary. Showrunner Beau DeMayo, who has since departed the production, confirmed Morph's non-binary identity to Empire magazine for their April 2024 issue, sparking controversy among certain fans.

Karliak, without citing specific quotes, indicated that the backlash from a particular fan group wasn't unexpected for him. In his discussion with CBR, he mentioned his involvement in queer activism and his awareness of current political and social dynamics, suggesting that he was well-prepared for such reactions.

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