Jacob Elordi Drops Out of Cannes Jury Over Foot Injury
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- Jacob Elordi drops out of the Cannes jury after breaking his foot, as confirmed by Variety.
- Park Chan‑wook presides over the 79th Cannes competition jury, which includes Demi Moore, Chloé Zhao, and Stellan Skarsgård.
- Cannes Film Festival runs May 12‑23, with jurors required to walk the Croisette for premieres, press, and parties.
- Page Six Hollywood first reported that Elordi would be replaced after his foot broke, preceding Variety’s confirmation.
- IndieWire listed the full jury lineup, confirming the presence of Ruth Negga, Laura Wandel, Diego Céspedes, Isaach De Bankolé, and Paul Laverty.
Why it matters: Cannes Film Festival loses a star juror before its 12‑day May 12‑23 run, forcing organizers to scramble for a replacement and cutting promotional momentum, which dampens media buzz.
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