As Zegler has experienced firsthand, the attacks on DEI initiatives in this country aren’t going away any time soon. “My only prayer for the future of diversity and inclusion,” she reflected to Allure, “is that we invest in and nurture talent no matter what they look like.”

Rachel Zegler 's Snow White casting has caused a lot of discourse online, but thankfully, she has a support system surrounding her to help quiet the noise.

Zegler recalled the unsettling experience of being forced to prove your heritage to a room full of white executives.