Chris Pratt was asked about the negative criticism he has received over the years, including being labeled the “Worst Chris” and being accused of belonging to an anti-LGBTQ church. Although he has also faced backlash for his role as Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Pratt claims that he isn’t bothered by it. During a special New York screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Pratt was asked if he feels that he is attacked because of his Christian faith.
He acknowledged that he does receive criticism, but stated that it’s not new and even quoted a biblical reference to support his point. He drew a comparison to Jesus, who was also not accepted during his time. “If I was of this world, they would love me just like that but as it is, I’ve chosen out of this world. That’s John 15:18 through 20,” he said, quoting the Bible. “That’s the way it is, nothing new, 2,000 years ago they hated him, too.”
How Chris Pratt Became The “Worst Chris”
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In an old meme, Chris Pratt was labeled the least desirable “Chris” in Hollywood due to his past controversies. These include his support of President Donald Trump, his association with right-wing commentator Ben Shapiro, and his religious beliefs. Following the meme that circulated online, some of Pratt’s celebrity friends and co-stars spoke up in his defense. They argued that the meme was hurtful and that Pratt is a good person who has done many positive things throughout his career. Despite this support, the controversy surrounding Pratt’s personal beliefs and associations continues to be a topic of discussion and debate within the entertainment industry.
One of the biggest accusations leveraged against Chris Pratt was his supposed membership at Hillsong Church. The church, which many celebrities attend, is somewhat infamously anti-LGBTQ. However, in June 2022, Chris Pratt denied attending the church. While it is true that he doesn’t attend Hillsong, Pratt does attend a Hillsong-adjacent church. He goes to Zoe Church, which has strong connections to Hillsong. It was reportedly even modeled after Hillsong, although Chris Pratt says that they open their doors to everyone. What do you think of Chris Pratt’s designation as the “worst Chris”? Let us know in the comments!
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