The Blind Side Star Opens Up on Controversy Surrounding NFL Star Lawsuit

Summary

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, spoke out about the recent controversy surrounding Oher's claims of manipulation and deception by the Tuohy family.

Aaron stood up for Sandra Bullock, arguing that she should not receive any criticism for her role in the film and the controversy surrounding Oher's allegations. However, if Oher's claims are indeed factual, Aaron's admission that he only met the real Oher four years after the movie's production raises concerns about the film's authenticity and the possible presence of deceit in The Blind Side.

The Blind Side's Quinton Aaron has responded to the recent controversy surrounding real-life NFL star Michael Oher. Released in 2009, The Blind Side received critical acclaim but has faced criticism due to Oher's claims. Oher alleges that the Tuohy family's adoption of him was a falsehood and that they manipulated him into a conservatorship for their own gain.

In an interview with The Daily Mail, Aaron, who portrayed Oher in the film, addressed the controversy. While he didn't want to assign blame, he noted that Oher never visited the film set and they didn't meet until four years after production. On the other hand, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy did visit the set multiple times. Aaron also defended Sandra Bullock, the film's lead actor, who has faced online criticism since Oher's claims came to light. Here is Aaron's statement:

"I strongly believe that actively participating in sharing your story within the industry and being fully involved in the process is the most effective approach. I am not assigning blame or pointing fingers at anyone for not doing something or being there. What I am suggesting is that moving forward, to prevent a situation like this from occurring again, all parties relevant to the story should be included from start to finish.

"It has been quite overwhelming, and finding the right words is challenging. Personally, I had no knowledge of this until I read the articles yesterday. However, having met both parties, my heart sincerely aches for the situation. I had always assumed, like everyone else, that the family was doing well all these years. So, seeing that article was truly devastating, and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved. I genuinely hope that it all works out for the best and that a resolution can be reached to improve the situation."

The Blind Side Scandal Explained

The way Aaron and Oher describe the events greatly differs. Oher claims in his 14-page petition to the Shelby County court in Tennessee that, shortly after turning 18, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy deceived him into signing conservatorship papers. Oher was under the impression that these documents were actually adoption papers. Consequently, he unknowingly authorized the Tuohys to conduct business dealings on his behalf.

Oher asserts that he did not profit from his own story's portrayal in The Blind Side, while the Tuohys earned millions. If Oher's claims are true, certain elements of Aaron's account could support his assertions. If the Tuohys truly deceived Oher and solely benefited from his story, it would be logical for them to exclude him from the set of The Blind Side. Although Oher was the focus of the film, he does not appear to have benefited from it.

Considering how Aaron's statement aligns with Oher's claims, there is something deeply unsettling about the actor's portrayal of events. If the creative team behind The Blind Side aimed for realism, they would have ensured that Aaron and Oher had the opportunity to meet early on during filming. Sandra Bullock had the chance to meet Leigh Anne Tuohy to portray her onscreen, so it would be fair for Oher to receive the same consideration. If Aaron's claims in his petition are valid, his response only adds to the sense of wrongdoing surrounding this Blind Side scandal.

Source: The Daily Mail