Sam Elliott Apologizes for ‘Power of the Dog’ Comments: ‘I Wasn’t Very Articulate’

The Oscars may be over but Sam Elliott’s opinions about “The Power of the Dog” have continued to generate controversy.

Elliott previously called the movie a “piece of shit” and criticized its historical accuracy in a way that many felt was homophobic during an episode of Marc Maron’s “Wtf” podcast.

But today, during a panel appearance to promote “1883” (via Deadline), Elliott walked back his controversial comments about Jane Campion’s western.“I wasn’t very articulate about it.

I didn’t articulate it very well,” Elliott said.

“And I said some things that hurt people and I feel terrible about that.

The gay community has been incredible to me my entire career.

And I mean my entire career, from before I got started in this town.

Friends on every level and every job description up until today.

I’m sorry I hurt any of those friends and someone that I loved.

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