Ayesha Curry's first lead film role draws criticism over on-screen kiss
The gist
Ayesha Curry's holiday rom-com "Second Chance Holiday" premiered Nov. 5 on The Roku Channel.
She defended the role after fans on X criticized her kissing a co-star.
How it unfolded
- Jul 28, 2026Roku announced "Second Chance Holiday" with Ayesha Curry as headliner, releasing the trailer and a Nov. 5 premiere date.
- Oct 30, 2026Stephen Curry posted on X about his wife's role, calling her "My Leading Lady."
- Nov 5, 2026"Second Chance Holiday" premiered on The Roku Channel, with Curry playing Chelsey, a dating coach, opposite Matthew Daddario as her high school sweetheart.