'Too black'
According to Variety, actress and singer Union - also known for film roles in Bring It On and Bad Boys II - was allegedly told her hairstyles were "too black" for the show's audience. She also reportedly asked for NBC's human resources department to be made aware of an on-camera joke made by guest star Jay Leno about Korean food.Activists Time's Up and Hollywood women including Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo have called for NBC to launch their own investigation. Pompeo noted how "workplace cultures will continue to be toxic until there is unity and solidarity among all women". NBC, which broadcasts America's Got Talent, and producers Fremantle and Syco - run by Simon Cowell - released a joint statement on Sunday. "We remain committed to ensuring a respectful workplace for all employees and take very seriously any questions about workplace culture," they said. "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." Union, thanked her fans for their support and posted a definition of a what "a solid apology" should constitute. The 47-year-old also posted images relating to the #blackhairchallenge, demonstrating how "versatile" such hairstyles can be.So many tears, so much gratitude. THANK YOU! Just when you feel lost, adrift, alone... you got me up off the ground. Humbled and thankful, forever â¤
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) November 28, 2019
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