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2020
America’s Got Talent producers pledge reporting-process improvements
Company response
NBC, Fremantle and Syco issued a joint statement on an investigation into circumstances surrounding Gabrielle Union’s departure from America’s Got Talent. The statement said reporting processes could be improved, and the producers pledged improvements following Union’s complaints about diversity off-camera.
Stated objective. To improve reporting processes and maintain an inclusive environment, as stated by the producers.
Company response
Investigation — NBC, Fremantle, and Syco
NBC, Fremantle, and Syco officials issued a joint statement about the results from an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the firing of the former judge
Investigation — NBC
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.
Source excerpt
The 'America's Got Talent' producers have agreed to improve reporting process following investigation launched due to the complaints made by the former judge.
NBC, Fremantle and Syco share Ms. Union's dedication to diversity and inclusion in the industry. We continue to remain committed to having an inclusive environment for everyone associated with the show
The statement read: “We remain committed to ensuring a respectful workplace for all employees and take very seriously any questions about workplace culture.