October, 2021: Netflix faces its most public controversy yet, after some employees speak out against Dave Chappelle’s Netflix special, “The Closer,” in which he makes comments many criticized as transphobic.
Chappelle said in the special that “gender is a fact” and defended “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling, who came under fire for past transphobic comments.
Sarandos defended Chappelle in a memo to employees, saying in part: “Chappelle is one of the most popular stand-up comedians today, and we have a long standing deal with him. His last special, ‘Sticks & Stones,’ also controversial, is our most watched, stickiest, and most award winning stand-up special to date.”
Netflix trans employees planned a walkout in response to the special and Sarandos’ comments.
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