The network said it launched a formal investigation in December after Union complained about a toxic workplace culture.Gabrielle Union filed a discrimination complaint against NBCUniversal and America’s Got Talent producers FremantleMedia and Simon Cowell’s Syco on Thursday after she reported alleged incidents of racism on set, Union’s lawyer confirmed to BuzzFeed News.Attorney Bryan Freedman said Union filed a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing regarding her complaints in November 2019 about how she reported a racist joke to producers and was told that...…The network said it launched a formal investigation in December after Union complained about a toxic workplace culture.Gabrielle Union filed a discrimination complaint against NBCUniversal and America’s Got Talent producers FremantleMedia and Simon Cowell’s Syco on Thursday after she reported alleged incidents of racism on set, Union’s lawyer confirmed to BuzzFeed News.Attorney Bryan Freedman said Union filed a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing regarding her complaints in November 2019 about how she reported a racist joke to producers and was told that...WW…

"It needs to be stated that as a straight white man, and a public figure, the institutional consequences of my detainment are nothing in comparison to others within the movement," the actor said.Cole Sprouse, who stars as Jughead in the CW’s popular Riverdale series, was arrested while protesting in Santa Monica on Sunday as police officers worked to corral demonstrators and regain control among mass rioting, destruction, and looting.The 27-year-old was part of a group of a few dozen protesters who were gathered on Broadway in downtown Santa Monica, holding signs decrying the death of...…"It needs to be stated that as a straight white man, and a public figure, the institutional consequences of my detainment are nothing in comparison to others within the movement," the actor said.Cole Sprouse, who stars as Jughead in the CW’s popular Riverdale series, was arrested while protesting in Santa Monica on Sunday as police officers worked to corral demonstrators and regain control among mass rioting, destruction, and looting.The 27-year-old was part of a group of a few dozen protesters who were gathered on Broadway in downtown Santa Monica, holding signs decrying the death of...WW…

“There’s nothing wrong with being the 'be kind' lady if you’re actually true to your word.”Ellen DeGeneres publicly apologized Monday amid allegations of misconduct on her show, but current and former employees say they found her monologue to be disingenuous and tone-deaf given the severity of their experiences.Employees told BuzzFeed News they didn’t appreciate DeGeneres making light of their allegations of toxicity, racism, sexual harassment, and misconduct by sarcastically asking viewers, “How was everybody’s summer? Good, yeah? Mine was great. Super terrific,” and then telling them,...…“There’s nothing wrong with being the 'be kind' lady if you’re actually true to your word.”Ellen DeGeneres publicly apologized Monday amid allegations of misconduct on her show, but current and former employees say they found her monologue to be disingenuous and tone-deaf given the severity of their experiences.Employees told BuzzFeed News they didn’t appreciate DeGeneres making light of their allegations of toxicity, racism, sexual harassment, and misconduct by sarcastically asking viewers, “How was everybody’s summer? Good, yeah? Mine was great. Super terrific,” and then telling them,...WW…

“If [Ellen] wants to have her own show and have her name on the show title, she needs to be more involved to see what's going on,” one former employee said.Ellen DeGeneres has built her worldwide, multimillion-dollar brand on the motto “be kind,” with lavish giveaways and acts of charity. But behind the scenes, current and former employees on her leading daytime show say they faced racism, fear, and intimidation.“That ‘be kind’ bullshit only happens when the cameras are on. It’s all for show,” one former employee told BuzzFeed News. “I know they give money to people and help them out, but...…“If [Ellen] wants to have her own show and have her name on the show title, she needs to be more involved to see what's going on,” one former employee said.Ellen DeGeneres has built her worldwide, multimillion-dollar brand on the motto “be kind,” with lavish giveaways and acts of charity. But behind the scenes, current and former employees on her leading daytime show say they faced racism, fear, and intimidation.“That ‘be kind’ bullshit only happens when the cameras are on. It’s all for show,” one former employee told BuzzFeed News. “I know they give money to people and help them out, but...WW…

A new behind-the-scenes video reveals the cast’s emotional final table read.After drawing controversy since it first premiered in March 2017, will release its fourth and final season on June 5, Netflix announced Monday.Season 4 of the teen drama will consist of 10 episodes, all of them with runtimes of 60 minutes each.The streaming service announced the show’s release date in a new behind-the-scenes video that shows clips from the cast’s final table read. “I will never forget this experience for the rest of my life,” an emotional Alisha Boe, who plays Jessica Davis in the series, says in...…A new behind-the-scenes video reveals the cast’s emotional final table read.After drawing controversy since it first premiered in March 2017, will release its fourth and final season on June 5, Netflix announced Monday.Season 4 of the teen drama will consist of 10 episodes, all of them with runtimes of 60 minutes each.The streaming service announced the show’s release date in a new behind-the-scenes video that shows clips from the cast’s final table read. “I will never forget this experience for the rest of my life,” an emotional Alisha Boe, who plays Jessica Davis in the series, says in...WW…

“I’m the one who’s supposed to be monitoring this, and yet I have no clue what I’m doing. I’m looking around trying to make sure nothing gets caught on fire, essentially.”The journalists at BuzzFeed News are proud to bring you trustworthy and relevant reporting about the coronavirus. To help keep this news free, and sign up for our newsletter, .When an out-of-work Hollywood production crew member was offered the opportunity to be a safety liaison on a Warner Bros. TV show in the fall, they jumped at the chance to be gainfully employed during the pandemic. But they were unprepared for what...…“I’m the one who’s supposed to be monitoring this, and yet I have no clue what I’m doing. I’m looking around trying to make sure nothing gets caught on fire, essentially.”The journalists at BuzzFeed News are proud to bring you trustworthy and relevant reporting about the coronavirus. To help keep this news free, and sign up for our newsletter, .When an out-of-work Hollywood production crew member was offered the opportunity to be a safety liaison on a Warner Bros. TV show in the fall, they jumped at the chance to be gainfully employed during the pandemic. But they were unprepared for what...WW…

Washington, DC, also voted to decriminalize the use of psychedelic substances.Residents of New Jersey, Arizona, Montana, and South Dakota voted to legalize recreational use of cannabis on Tuesday.“We did it, New Jersey!” New Jersey Gov. . “Public Question #1 to legalize adult-use marijuana passed overwhelmingly tonight, a huge step forward for racial and social justice and our economy."The amendment to the state constitution was expected to pass, with polls showing nearly 60% of New Jersey voters in support, according to . Now it’s up to the state legislature and Cannabis Regulatory...…Washington, DC, also voted to decriminalize the use of psychedelic substances.Residents of New Jersey, Arizona, Montana, and South Dakota voted to legalize recreational use of cannabis on Tuesday.“We did it, New Jersey!” New Jersey Gov. . “Public Question #1 to legalize adult-use marijuana passed overwhelmingly tonight, a huge step forward for racial and social justice and our economy."The amendment to the state constitution was expected to pass, with polls showing nearly 60% of New Jersey voters in support, according to . Now it’s up to the state legislature and Cannabis Regulatory...WW…

“I don't think Kanye West can do anything worse than what Donald Trump has done for America.”There is no plausible reality in which Kanye West becomes the next president. And yet people disenfranchised with the electoral system say they’re voting for him anyway.“Do I think he's going to win? No. Do I think we need change? Yes. Am I voting for change? Am I voting for my interests? Yes,” 33-year-old Quentin Jones told BuzzFeed News.After officially announcing his candidacy in mid-July and on his own campaign, West is only on the ballot in 11 states, making it mathematically impossible for him...…“I don't think Kanye West can do anything worse than what Donald Trump has done for America.”There is no plausible reality in which Kanye West becomes the next president. And yet people disenfranchised with the electoral system say they’re voting for him anyway.“Do I think he's going to win? No. Do I think we need change? Yes. Am I voting for change? Am I voting for my interests? Yes,” 33-year-old Quentin Jones told BuzzFeed News.After officially announcing his candidacy in mid-July and on his own campaign, West is only on the ballot in 11 states, making it mathematically impossible for him...WW…

More than 30 former employees detailed the allegations in a recent BuzzFeed News report.Three top executive producers for The Ellen DeGeneres Show have been fired amid allegations they engaged in blatant sexual harassment and used fear and intimidation to run the show.Ellen DeGeneres on Monday announced the ousting of executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman in a videoconference call with the show's crew, and said an internal investigation into the workplace allegations would be completed soon, according to an employee who was in the meeting.A...…More than 30 former employees detailed the allegations in a recent BuzzFeed News report.Three top executive producers for The Ellen DeGeneres Show have been fired amid allegations they engaged in blatant sexual harassment and used fear and intimidation to run the show.Ellen DeGeneres on Monday announced the ousting of executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman in a videoconference call with the show's crew, and said an internal investigation into the workplace allegations would be completed soon, according to an employee who was in the meeting.A...WW…

Ex-employees said one executive producer “had a reputation for being handsy with women,” and that another solicited oral sex at a work party.Being asked to join the control room inside The Ellen DeGeneres Show is a coveted spot in Hollywood, but according to dozens of men and women who work behind the scenes, the office is a place where sexual harassment and misconduct by top executive producers runs rampant.One ex-employee said head writer and executive producer Kevin Leman asked him if he could give him a hand job or perform oral sex in a bathroom at a company party in 2013. Another said...…Ex-employees said one executive producer “had a reputation for being handsy with women,” and that another solicited oral sex at a work party.Being asked to join the control room inside The Ellen DeGeneres Show is a coveted spot in Hollywood, but according to dozens of men and women who work behind the scenes, the office is a place where sexual harassment and misconduct by top executive producers runs rampant.One ex-employee said head writer and executive producer Kevin Leman asked him if he could give him a hand job or perform oral sex in a bathroom at a company party in 2013. Another said...WW…