Ellen Pompeo Speaks Out in Support of Gabrielle Union & Calls Out NBC
Ellen Pompeo is speaking out in support of Gabrielle Union after reports surfaced earlier in the week that the actress voiced concern to producers about the “toxic culture” behind-the-scenes at America’s Got Talent, including alleged criticism of physical appearance and racist jokes.
The Grey’s Anatomy star spoke out in a series of messages on Thursday (November 28).
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“It’s unfortunate that @nbc the same network that protected disgusting men like Matt Lauer and punished women for speaking out or not putting up with it…has not changed their practices or culture. I support @itsgabrielleu commitment to speaking up to injustice. It takes courage,” she wrote.
“this is a teaching moment..It’s important..white girls I’m talking to you..whether you truly understand what racial injustice is or not..that you stand with your sisters on the front lines. Don’t cut side deals & don’t not get involved because it isn’t your issue..because it is,” she added.
See all of Ellen Pompeo‘s comments inside…
It’s unfortunate that @nbc the same network that protected disgusting men like Matt Lauer and punished women for speaking out or not putting up with it…has not changed their practices or culture. I support @itsgabrielleu commitment to speaking up to injustice. It takes courage
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
this is a teaching moment..It’s important..white girls I’m talking to you..whether you truly understand what racial injustice is or not..that you stand with your sisters on the front lines. Don’t cut side deals & don’t not get involved because it isn’t your issue..because it is
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
Workplace cultures will continue to be toxic until there is unity and solidarity among all women. If you go for self in these moments you undermine the work we are out here trying to do. Obviously this network feels like they can operate like this and it’s okay.
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
With that said GIRLS….instead of wack jugglers and messy Simon Cowell watch @ReeseW and Jennifer Anniston in The Morning Show!! Soooo much better. Hard to believe these networks are still getting away with this. Our work continues @itsgabrielleu ❤️
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
Oh and Happy Thanksgiving Thankful for all the women out there who refuse to put up with bullshit. 💯💯💯❤️💋
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
Also I feel important to mention our problems on the Greys set and every set has them…some kind of issue …there’s lots of people in a workplace.. point is… exec producers and the NETWORK @abc cared enough to help us make change support is crucial.
— Ellen Pompeo (@EllenPompeo) November 28, 2019
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