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'America's Got Talent' Producers Issue Statement About Gabrielle Union's Exit Amid Reports of 'Toxic Culture'

'America's Got Talent' Producers Issue Statement About Gabrielle Union's Exit Amid Reports of 'Toxic Culture'

Following a report of a “toxic culture” behind-the-scenes at America’s Got Talent amid Gabrielle Union and Julianne Hough‘s contracts not being renewed, including an alleged offensive joke by Jay Leno and Gabrielle allegedly being told her hair styles were “too black” – producers are now speaking out.

NBC and series producers Freemantle issued a statement on Sunday (December 1).

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America’s Got Talent has a long history of inclusivity and diversity in both our talent and the acts championed by the show. The judging and host line-up has been regularly refreshed over the years and that is one of the reasons for AGT’s enduring popularity. NBC and the producers take any issues on set seriously,” they said.

Producers Fremantle and Syco also confirmed that they would be working with Gabrielle‘s representatives.

“We remain committed to ensuring a respectful workplace for all employees and take very seriously any questions about workplace culture. We are working with Ms. Union through her representatives to hear more about her concerns, following which we will take whatever next steps may be appropriate.”

Gabrielle has not yet publicly addressed on the ongoing situation.

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