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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Inga Parkel

Richard Dreyfuss tried on dresses in pro-LGBT+ store before homophobic rant at Jaws screening

AP

Richard Dreyfuss was seen trying on dresses at a pro-LGTB+ consignment store before he went on to make sexist and homophobic remarks at a special Jaws screening in Beverly, Massachusetts, according to a new report.

The Oscar-winning actor, 76, who starred in the 1975 thriller, was participating in “An Evening With Richard Dreyfuss,” held at the Cabot Performing Arts Center in late May when he made offensive remarks, which the theater has since apologized for amid intense backlash.

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