Danny Woodburn is an actor with dwarfism who has spent his long career fighting for roles that aren't stereotypes. While he’s seen progress, he’s frustrated that Hollywood still casts regular sized actors to play little people — like Hugh Grant playing an Oompa Loompa in the new movie, Wonka. He tells host Elamin Abdelmahmoud about Hollywood's complicated casting history.


About Commotion: Every day, Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud brings you the most urgent, joyful, captivating discussions in all of arts, pop culture, and entertainment. Commotion is where you go for a thoughtful and vibrant chat working through the big culture stories.

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