Gabrielle Union has slammed The Walt Disney Company’s stance on Florida’s new anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation… whilst walking the red carpet for a Disney production.

Addressing the media at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre for the world premiere of Disney+‘s new version of Cheaper by the Dozen, Union – who stars in the film and was executive producer – levelled criticism at Disney for its soft stance regarding the controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill.

The legislation that imposes restrictions on classroom instruction of sexual orientation and gender identity, and a similar bill has already been proposed for Georgia.

The implications of such legislations are personal for Union’s own family – she is step-mother to NBA star husband Dwayne Wade’s transgender daughter, Zaya.

Although she didn’t name Disney specifically, Union told The Hollywood Reporter corporations needed to do more than post on social media.

“If you’re going to take a stand and be all about diversity and inclusion — and it’s not just about black boxes after George Floyd died — you need to actually put your money where your mouth is,” she said.

“You can’t stand against hate and oppression and fund hate and oppression. That doesn’t work… My child is one child. There are countless children who deserve peace and the ability to survive and thrive in this world, just like everybody else.”

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Her argument continued with Variety.

“There are so many states that are following suit [with Florida’s legislation], because there is no pushback, because no one in positions of power [or] corporations are taking a hard stance,” she told the publication.

“I think a lot of people like to confuse accountability and consequences for cancel culture. And as long as you have a microphone and a stage that’s not cancel culture, honey… We have to campaign and fund for those people who stand for all of us.”

The Walt Disney Company and CEO Bob Chapek have been embroiled in controversy over the past weeks for the corporation’s initial decision to take a soft stance on the new legislation in Florida, where one of the company’s massive theme parks is located.

Marvel – which is owned by Disney – denounced the company’s decision in a statement yesterday.

““We strongly denounce any and ALL legislation that infringes on the basic human rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Marvel Studios stands for hope, inclusivity and strength; and we proudly stand with the community,” the statement read.

“Today, we pledge to continue our strong commitment as allies who promote the values of equality, acceptance and respect.”

Union described Cheaper by the Dozen as age-appropriate and family-friendly, but said they don’t shy away from some big topics.

“I’m incredibly proud of this, especially right now, because we actually say gay,” she told The Hollywood Reporter.

Cheaper by the Dozen premieres on Disney+ tomorrow.