The Rookie - US-Pace- ABC (Spoilers)

punisher5112 · 05-08-2019 12:02am

California Dreamer wrote: »

So that would be 4!

punisher5112 · 05-08-2019 12:04am

Who said you could speak boot.....

JP Liz V1 · 05-08-2019 3:05am

EoinMcLovin wrote: »

New development on this story
https://tvline.com/2019/08/04/afton-williamson-quit-the-rookie-sexual-harassment-racial-bullying/

Any comment from Nathan? He also produces

[Deleted User] · 05-08-2019 8:51am

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

Any comment from Nathan? He also produces

Studio will have them on mute until they investigate

EoinMcLovin · 05-08-2019 9:47am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

Studio will have them on mute until they investigate

Which they have just started doing
https://tvline.com/2019/08/04/the-rookie-investigation-afton-williamson-sexual-harassment-allegations/

Agent Coulson · 05-08-2019 9:52am

Disney won't like this kind of press so I'd expect a few heads to roll.

JP Liz V1 · 05-08-2019 12:09pm

EoinMcLovin wrote: »

Which they have just started doing
https://tvline.com/2019/08/04/the-rookie-investigation-afton-williamson-sexual-harassment-allegations/

A tad too late for Afton

Was there also strife on Castle with Stana?

California Dreamer · 06-08-2019 6:17pm

punisher5112 wrote: »

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How do you come to that conclusion?

punisher5112 · 06-08-2019 6:21pm

California Dreamer wrote: »

How do you come to that conclusion?

Eh because it could be a woman...

Exclamation Marc · 06-08-2019 6:29pm

punisher5112 wrote: »

Eh because it could be a woman...

It specifically says that she had to 'film with him' after the complaint in her post.

Jeez, maybe read the post, it's not difficult.

After my initial report of sexual harassment, I was assured that the actor would be fired. I was also asked to film with him the very next day as a courtesy to the script, even though we had not begun filming the episode yet.

This actor reappeared on our call sheet at the end of the season, I was even written in scenes with him. I asked the Showrunner about this and he admitted to me that the actor had not been fired nor had he gotten HR involved.

CastorTroy · 06-08-2019 6:37pm

And now she's named the actor and hair and makeup head
https://tvline.com/2019/08/05/afton-williamson-sexual-harassment-the-rookie-demetrius-grosse-accused/

Saw someone on another board say it was likely him.

punisher5112 · 06-08-2019 6:40pm

Exclamation Marc wrote: »

It specifically says that she had to 'film with him' after the complaint in her post.

Jeez, maybe read the post, it's not difficult.

Eh one is a woman Sally??? Or is that a male too?

Agent Coulson · 06-08-2019 6:40pm

She had to name him really as it was easily narrowed down to a couple of actors that she was also tarring if she hadn't named him.

punisher5112 · 06-08-2019 6:46pm

If she wanted to do this right it should have been brought to court....

Crazy to be honest as many people's names have been blackened by it as not knowing and people speculating about it....

Poochie05 · 06-08-2019 6:47pm

Wasn’t that hard to work out.
Seem to remember there was a bizarre storyline about turn where it was looking as if they were going to start dating and it stopped abruptly, think he even made inappropriate comments in the storyline and had to apologise or something?

[Deleted User] · 06-08-2019 6:57pm

Given modern trial by social media I'm very uncomfortable with people just able to name people, without any process.

Mr E · 07-08-2019 10:38am

Mod: This is going wildly off topic. Let's get back on track please.

punisher5112 · 07-08-2019 12:00pm

I'm looking forward to season 2.

It's a pity these things happened to her as this carry on is not on at all.

Thought she played great in her roll.
She will be missed.

EoinMcLovin · 03-09-2019 4:56pm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMrZ-cfXtE4

punisher5112 · 03-09-2019 10:09pm

Hopefully it will be as good if not better then last season.....

Agent Coulson · 18-09-2019 10:08am

Afton Williamson’s Sexual Misconduct & Racism Allegations Rejected By ‘Rookie’ Producer eOne; No “Inappropriate” Behavior Occurred, Probe Says

eOne’s full statement:

We are today addressing the findings of the investigation initiated as a result of the claims made by actor Afton Williamson regarding our series The Rookie. The investigation was commissioned via law firm Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP who engaged third-party firm EXTTI, recognized for their extensive expertise in investigating allegations of harassment, discrimination and retaliation in the workplace.

We take all allegations of inappropriate conduct very seriously, particularly when the allegations involve discrimination or sexual harassment of any nature. We appreciate the cooperation of all those who were interviewed, including Ms. Williamson, the individuals she identified by name, and several other relevant production and staff members.

The investigation encompassed nearly 400 hours of interviews and review of evidence, involving a significant amount of material, including video, that was provided to and examined by the investigator. As a result of the independent investigation, we have concluded that those identified in Ms. Williamson’s allegations did not conduct themselves in an unlawful manner or demonstrate behavior inappropriate for the workplace. It was also concluded that the executive producers, including showrunner Alexi Hawley, addressed matters of which they were made aware promptly and in a fair and reasonable manner.

We recognize and respect that as individuals, the lens through which we view situations, interactions and comments, can differ based on our experiences and perspectives. As such, we regret that Ms. Williamson’s time on the series was not a positive one for her, and we respect her decision to move on to other projects.

We continue to focus on fostering a safe and respectful work environment for all our corporate and production employees and further reinforce our policies and procedures. To protect the privacy of all those interviewed, the investigator’s report will not be available publicly.

https://deadline.com/2019/09/afton-williamson-the-rookie-allegations-investigation-results-no-wrongdoing-abc-eone-1202737172/

[Deleted User] · 18-09-2019 10:57am

She has cast a lot of mud at people's good names

Agent Coulson · 18-09-2019 11:15am

Afton Williamson response

What saddens me the most is that the lengths that were taken to Deceive, Lie, and Cover Up the Truth, were far greater than those made to Protect and Maintain a Safe Working Environment for Employees. It’s Heartbreaking for everyone on that set; Past and Present. And for every Actor out there who Stands in the Face Of Harassment and Discrimination, Assault and Injustice. As a Black Woman, an Artist, an Actor, in 2019. My Speaking the Truth, Standing up for myself, and Leaving an Unsafe Work Environment, Changed things for a lot of people: Black Women, Artists, Actors, Victims, and Survivors of Injustice and Discrimination; Gave Hope and a Promise that things Will Change; that things ARE CHANGING. And that is Not in Vain. My prayer is that we get to a point in this Industry where we don’t just Talk about it in 2 hour Mandatory Meetings. But we adhere to Keeping the Promises Made to Everyone on every set, Tirelessly Fulfilling their Dreams with Passion and Dedication. In order to Be the Change, I want to see, I will Continue to Work so that Casts & Crews alike finally See Words Align With Action. We’ve got to Do Better as an Industry. It’s just Talk until you actually Do Something. ❤️

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2iRod_l8bN/?utm_source=ig_embed

_Kaiser_ · 18-09-2019 1:34pm

Hard to know what to make of her response really. It sounds like the studio conducted a very thorough investigation (and you'd imagine in the wake of the metoo movement that a cover-up would be the last thing they'd try), but she seems to be more concerned with making a political statement.

Oh well, it looks like it's closed now either way.

Agent Coulson · 21-09-2019 5:55pm

The accused has spoken.

As you can imagine, It's been an very challenging time.I am grateful to my family, friends and colleagues who have been so supportive. I will continue to be an assertive advocate for the respect acknowledgment and advancement for women both in-and-out of the workplace.Blessings.

https://twitter.com/DemetriusGrosse/status/1175207637694025728?s=20