Brad Pitt, Lewis Hamilton, and Damson Idris set the F1 movie premiere on fire in New York City, but there’s a shocking twist that has left fans reeling. Rising star Simone Ashley was brutally cut from the highly anticipated F1 movie, leaving many wondering about the reason behind this unexpected move.
The 30-year-old British actress, known for her role in Bridgerton and Sex Education, was initially cast in a mysterious role for the F1 movie alongside A-listers Brad Pitt and Damson Idris. Despite filming at various Grand Prix events, Ashley’s presence will be notably absent in the final cut of the film.
Director Joseph Kosinski revealed in an exclusive interview that Ashley’s exclusion was not due to any ill will but rather a result of the storyline constraints within the already lengthy two-hour-and-thirty-six-minute movie. Kosinski expressed admiration for Ashley’s talent and expressed a desire to collaborate with her in the future.
While Ashley has yet to publicly comment on her reduced role, she previously mentioned her gratitude for being part of the film. Fans are left speculating about the impact of Ashley’s absence on the movie and eagerly anticipating the release to see how the star-studded cast brings the thrilling world of F1 to life on the big screen.
