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Greg Cipes has voiced Beast Boy for over two decades in Teen Titans and Teen Titans Go!, making him the definitive voice for many fans. Recently, shockwaves hit the community when he was fired by Warner Bros. on Valentine’s Day, just a day after announcing his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. Cipes claims he has faced discrimination due to his condition and that the studio intends to replace him with a mimic for the new season.
While fans swiftly expressed their anger at Warner Bros. and its leadership under David Zaslav, the official reason cited for Cipes’ departure was "creative differences." Digging deeper into Cipes’ social media reveals a mixed narrative. He holds controversial views about medicine, attributing his Parkinson’s to COVID-19 and promoting conspiracy theories involving chemtrails and vaccines, which he calls poisons. Cipes has claimed to cure his condition through unconventional methods like "urine therapy" and fasting, stating he feels “liberated from the fear of death.”
The situation surrounding Cipes is complex. Although many sympathize with his battle against Parkinson’s and the loss of his long-time role, his unconventional beliefs and practices may have created an uncomfortable disconnect with Warner Bros. Ultimately, while one feels compassion for his struggles, the circumstances of his dismissal raise questions about the intersection of personal beliefs and professional responsibilities.
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Fans erupt as ‘Teen Titans’ Beast Boy actor fired by Warner Bros one day after Parkinson’s diagnosis, but the real reason may be more controversial
