Jeffrey Tambor’s unapologetic when it comes to lobbying for more work on “Arrested Development” … sexual misconduct allegations be damned. We got Jeffrey out Monday in NYC, and wanted to know if he’s up for being on ‘AD’ for season 6? ICYMI ……
Showing posts with label Tambor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tambor. Show all posts
Monday, May 21, 2018
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Jeffrey Tambor Fired from "Transparent" After Amazon"s Sexual Harassment Investigation
Jeffrey Tambor is officially off his award-winning show, “Transparent” — Amazon Studios announced the firing after investigating the sexual harassment allegations against him. Amazon didn’t release the results of its internal investigation, but…
Monday, November 20, 2017
Jeffrey Tambor Quits Transparent Amidst Sexual Harassment Scandal
Jeffrey Tambor has dropped out of Transparent.
The Emmy Award-winning actor, who has been accused of sexual harassment by two women who worked on the Amazon series, released a statement along with his resignation that was anything, but…well…
… resigned.
Quite the opposite, in fact, as Tambor did not admit to any wrongdoing, while lashing out at the toxic environment that he says has engulfed the critically-acclaimed program.
Transparent recently wrapped up its fourth season.
“Playing Maura Pfefferman on Transparent has been one of the greatest privileges and creative experiences of my life,” Tambor said in his statement.
He added:
“What has become clear over the past weeks, however, is that this is no longer the job I signed up for four years ago.
“I’ve already made clear my deep regret if any action of mine was ever misinterpreted by anyone as being aggressive, but the idea that I would deliberately harass anyone is simply and utterly untrue.
“Given the politicized atmosphere that seems to have afflicted our set, I don’t see how I can return to Transparent.”
Among other allegations, Tambor has been accused by a transgender co-star of making lewd, sexually suggestive remarks.
This same co-star says the actor even pressed up against her in a sexual, suggestive manner.
A former assistant has also made troubling claims against the veteran star.
In a previous statement, Tambor said the following:
“I know I haven’t always been the easiest person to work with. I can be volatile and ill-tempered, and too often I express my opinions harshly and without tact.
“But I have never been a predator — ever.”
In the wake of these disturbing allegations, Amazon announced it was investigating the matter.
Meanwhile, numerous individuals and groups – including Transparent writer-producer Our Lady J and GLAAD – have called for the show to continue without Tambor.
Neither creator Jill Solloway nor Amazon has commented since Tambor announced he is leaving the show.
The veteran actor has won a pair of Emmys for his portrayal of Maura, while he also brought two other iconic television characters to life:
1. Hank Kingsley on The Larry Sanders Show.
2. George Bluth on Arrested Development.
Transparent now becomes the second award-winning series to face an uncertain future in the wake of its lead star being accused of sexual harassment or misconduct.
After Kevin Spacey faced on specific claim of attempted sexual assault, along with multiple allegations of creating uncomfortable working conditions on House of Cards, Netflix let the actor go.
It’s unclear just how or when the show will continue.
And the same can be said of Transparent.
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Jeffrey Tambor Quits "Transparent" Show Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
Jeffrey Tambor is quitting the show “Transparent” — which he starred in as the lead role for years — after sexual harassment allegations were made against him. Tambor released a statement to Deadline Sunday saying playing the transgender…
Friday, November 17, 2017
Jeffrey Tambor Accused of Sexual Harassment by Fellow "Transparent" Actor Trace Lysette
Jeffrey Tambor is once again facing allegations of sexual harassment … and once again by a person who happens to be transgender. Fellow “Transparent” actor Trace Lysette — who plays Shea on the Amazon TV series — claims Tambor made lewd,…
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Amazon Investigates Jeffrey Tambor for Alleged Sexual Harassment
Jeffrey Tambor is being investigated by Amazon over sexual harassment claims made by his ex-assistant, who happens to be transgender — but Jeffrey’s calling BS. The former assistant, Van Barnes, made the claim about Tambor on Facebook … saying…
Monday, September 21, 2015
Jeffrey Tambor Talks Winning Big At The Emmys, Representing The Transgender Community, & Jimmy Kimmel Eating His Name!
Jeffrey Tambor won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series — at least that’s what Jimmy Kimmel said!
The late night host was presenting the award Sunday night when he chewed up the envelope containing the winner’s name!
Photos: All The Best Highlights From The 2015 Emmys!
After his win for playing a transgender woman on Amazon‘s groundbreaking series Transparent, the 71-year-old was okay with not having evidence to support his win — he was more worried about Jimmy!
He said:
“Well Jimmy Kimmel did this business about eating the ballot or whatever, and I wondered if there were emergency services here.”
Or maybe they should start serving food at these award shows? LOLz!
The Arrested Development star said the award represents more than just his win, specifically praising the transgender community. He said:
“It was quite a moment, but it was great. I’m not shy and bashful about holding this up because this is bigger than me, and it represents what Amazon has done, and what the transgender community is doing, and what our show is about. And we are the little engine that could. I hope more people watch it and get to experience this revolution.”
Tambor also reflected on his touching acceptance speech in which he dedicated his award to the trans community, which has become increasingly more visible over the past few years. He added:
“I know that we are in the comedy category, but I do believe with our stories and our humor, we are moving the whole question forward. But when I got up in the morning, or the evening, or when I go through my dressing room door, I go, ‘I’ve got to do this right.’ I’m a cisgender male, I’ve been given one of the biggest responsibilities. I always thought acting was this, and I always thought there was teaching in the laugh and in humor, and with the laughter and with real humor you can kill the prejudice and keep it far away.”
We congratulate the actor for his award, and all the positive awareness Transparent is spreading!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)