Backlash Erupts Over Disney’s New ‘Captain Durag’ Cartoon Character for Being ‘Stereotypical’ and ‘Offensive’ Disney is facing backlash for its new cartoon superhero, Captain Durag, which debuted on Disney Jr.’s “Hey AJ!” during Black History Month. Critics argue the character, depicted with a durag as a cape and mask, is stereotypical and disrespectful to black culture, while the creator and showrunner defend the character as a positive representation of black imagination and identity.

• Disney Jr.’s new character, Captain Durag, has faced criticism for being tone-deaf and stereotypical.
• Critics argue the portrayal reduces black identity to a caricature, especially as the character debuted during Black History Month.
• The character’s creator, Camille Corbett, defended her creation, stating she wanted black culture to have its own superhero.
• “Hey AJ!” creator Martellus Bennett also defended the character, suggesting detractors have issues with black imagination being depicted heroically.
• Disney has reportedly removed some “Captain Durag” clips from YouTube amidst the controversy, but has not issued an official statement.