"It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use," the director told People about the decision to reduce Ashley's part. "There were two or three storylines

Simone’s role in the upcoming blockbuster has been reduced to a seconds-long cameo with no dialogue, and fans think it speaks to a wider representation issue in Hollywood.

Simone Ashley has had her role cut from the Brad Pitt. The Bridgerton actor’s role in the film was confirmed after she was spotted at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit last year as filming took place.