The fallout continues from the Irish actor’s confession that he once considered a racist “revenge” attack.

The red carpet for the latest Liam Neeson action movie, Cold Pursuit, has been canceled as fallout continues from the Irish actor’s confession that he once considered a racist “revenge” attack.

Tuesday’s premiere at New York City’s AMC Loews Lincoln Square is proceeding as scheduled. A person familiar with the matter said that the red carpet wouldn’t be appropriate under the circumstances.

Neeson revealed in an interview with The Independent on Monday that years ago, after he learned that someone close to him had been raped by someone his friend said was black, he had violent thoughts about killing a random black person. His intent was to show how he learned that violence and revenge don’t accomplish anything, according to the author of the story.

After backlash on Monday, Neeson on Tuesday appeared on ABC’sGood Morning America to address the comments, telling interviewer Robin Roberts, “I’m not racist.” He added, “I was trying to show honor, to stand up for my dear friend in this terrible, medieval fashion. … I am a fairly intelligent guy and that’s why it kind of shocked me when I came down to earth after having these horrible feelings.” Neeson added that seeking out the counsel of a priest and exercise helped him come to his senses.