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Food Network Drops Paula Deen’s Show Following Racism Scandal

HeadlineJun 24, 2013

The Food Network has announced it’s canceling celebrity chef Paula Deen’s TV program after she admitted using racial slurs. Deen has apologized for the behavior, which came to light as part of a lawsuit brought by a former manager of a restaurant owned by Deen and her brother. The worker said employees were subjected to sexual harassment and racist comments. Deen has also admitted she considered planning a “plantation-style” wedding for her brother by hiring all-black waiters.

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