The latest star in the crosshairs is Anthony Mackie, who has now backtracked on comments he made recently ahead of his headlining turn in next month’s Captain America: Brave New World. The kerfluffle began when Mackie,

Anthony Mackie addressed backlash over his comments on Captain America’s symbolism, reaffirming his patriotism and the superhero’s global resonance.

Following his polarizing comments about Captain America, Anthony Mackie took to social media to clarify his remarks and address the backlash. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Even though he didn't have to say it, Anthony Mackie wants the folks who were big mad to know that he is a "proud American."

Some people felt that since "America" is in the character's name, he directly represents American values of "freedom, justice, and standing up for what's right" even though we can't honestly admit the country as a whole is upholding these moral standards.

The bust-up began after Anthony Mackie described the eponymous protagonist as a man with ‘honor, dignity and integrity’ and that such qualities did not currently represent America

Anthony Mackie has addressed the controversy surrounding a remark he made on a recent promotional trip for Marvel's "Captain America: Brave New World." On Tuesday, the actor and longtime Marvel Cinematic Universe star wrote in his Instagram Stories,

Anthony Mackie is not a hero to everyone right now. The Marvel actor, 46, is facing online backlash for comments he mad, Italy, on Monday. Mackie, who is taking over the role of Captain America from Chris Evans in the upcoming film,