Racism

Nation's Powerful Reaction to Derek Chauvin's Verdict

From President Biden to George Floyd's family, America is reacting to Derek Chauvin's guilty verdict.

April 21, 2021

Meet Darnella Frazier, the Teen Being Called a Hero for Her Role in George Floyd’s Case

Darnella Frazier was 17 years old when she recorded George Floyd's death. After Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder, stars including Oprah Winfrey and Kerry Washington thanked the teen.

April 21, 2021

Duck Dynasty's Willie Robertson Recalls "Ugly Comments" Targeted Toward Biracial Son

In a candid conversation about race, Duck Dynasty's Korie and Willie Robertson reflected on raising their biracial son on national TV.

April 6, 2021

Daniel Kaluuya Jokes on SNL About the Royal Family After Meghan Markle's Shocking Claim

Get Out star Daniel Kaluuya joked about the U.K. royal family's racism scandal in his Saturday Night Live monologue. Watch clips from the episode.

April 4, 2021

Eric Church Slams Morgan Wallen's "Indefensible" N-Word Controversy

Two months after Morgan Wallen was caught hurling a racial slur, fellow country star Eric Church is finally sharing his “heartbroken” reaction.

April 2, 2021

Teen Wolf’s Arden Cho Says She Was Attacked With Racist Slur While Walking Her Dog

Teen Wolf actress Arden Cho recalled being left "scared" and "shaking" after she was attacked while walking her dog on Wednesday, March 31. Read about her experience below.

April 2, 2021

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E!'s Erin Lim Rhodes Discusses Hate Against AAPI Community & How You Can Help

On Wednesday, March 31's all-new Just the Sip, E!'s Erin Lim Rhodes discussed how the March 16 spa shooting helped people wake up to the hate the AAPI community is facing.

March 31, 2021

Piers Morgan Says His Sons Received Threats Over His Meghan Markle Comments

Piers Morgan revealed how the backlash over his criticism of Meghan Markle affected his children, responded to accusations of racism and commented on Sharon Osbourne's exit from The Talk.

March 28, 2021

Halle Berry Reacts to “Disgusting” Radio Host’s Comments Comparing Her Skin Tone to Toast

A Buffalo, New York, radio host was reportedly fired on Wednesday, March 24, after comparing Black celebrities' skin tones to toast. Read Halle Berry's thoughts on his "ridiculous" comments about her.

March 27, 2021

How Star Wars' Kelly Marie Tran Hopes to Bring "Joy" in Contrast to Rise in Anti-Asian Violence

Kelly Marie Tran, a Star Wars actress and star of the new Disney movie Raya and the Last Dragon, spoke out about the recent rise in anti-Asian sentiment in the United States.

March 24, 2021

Sandra Oh Delivers Powerful Speech at Stop Asian Hate Rally in Pittsburgh

"I am proud to be Asian! I belong here!" the Grey's Anatomy alum expressed at a Stop Asian Hate Rally in Pittsburgh over the weekend. Read about her moving speech below.

March 21, 2021

Why Riverdale’s Charles Melton Says He’ll No Longer “Suppress” His Asian Identity

Riverdale actor Charles Melton explained why he “willfully ignored” racism he experience growing up. In an introspective column, he said he's now vowing to embrace his Korean heritage.

March 20, 2021

Update!

Teen Vogue Editor in Chief Alexi McCammond Resigns After Offensive Tweets Resurface

Olivia Munn previously called out Teen Vogue's incoming editor in chief, Alexi McCammond, over her past "racist" and "stupid" tweets about Asians.

March 18, 2021

Sharon Osbourne Doesn't Know If She Wants to Return to "The Talk"

"The Talk" cohost opens up about her future on the talk show and where she stands after her heated discussion with Sheryl Underwood about Piers Morgan. Get the scoop!

March 17, 2021

LeBron James, Florence Pugh and More Stars React After 8 People Are Shot Dead at Atlanta Massage Parlors

Many celebrities expressed grief and anger on social media after eight people were killed at Atlanta-area massage parlors on March 16, with at least six of the victims appearing to be Asian women.

March 17, 2021

Harry Potter's Katie Leung Recalls Getting Hate Online and What She Was Told to Say About It

In a new interview, Harry Potter star Katie Leung speaks out about the hate she received online after she was cast as Cho Chang and what publicists instructed her to say about it if asked.

March 10, 2021

Should Chris Harrison Return to The Bachelor? Emmanuel Acho Weighs in

Emmanuel Acho, who will take over hosting duties on The Bachelor: After the Final Rose special, shared his thoughts of Chris Harrison's temporary departure amid a racism controversy.

March 10, 2021

Amanda Gorman Describes the “Reality of Black Girls” After Being Followed Home

Amanda Gorman shared her distressing experience walking home on Friday, March 5, when she was followed and called "suspicious." The poet said this is "the reality of black girls."

March 6, 2021

Michael Strahan Calls Out Chris Harrison's "Surface Response" Apology

After Chris Harrison spoke to Michael Strahan about the controversial comments that led to his temporary Bachelor departure, the GMA host weighed in on the tone of their interview.

March 4, 2021

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RHOD Sneak Peek: Brandi Redmond Feels "Guarded" Around Tiffany Moon After "Racist" Controversy

In an exclusive The Real Housewives of Dallas preview, Brandi Redmond addresses her struggle to open up to Dr. Tiffany Moon.

March 2, 2021

Bachelor Nation's Taylor Nolan Apologizes for Past "S--tty" and "Hurtful" Tweets

Bachelor Nation star Taylor Nolan has issued an apology after coming under fire over unearthed tweets that many fans called "racist" and offensive.

February 28, 2021

Matt James Addresses Recent Bachelor Nation Controversies

"Bachelor" star shares his thoughts about recent controversies regarding Chris Harrison, Rachael Kirkconnell and what he hopes to see in future seasons.

February 23, 2021

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Bachelorette Alum Ivan Hall "Wouldn't Feel Comfortable" Doing BIP With Chris Harrison

In an exclusive interview with E! News, Bachelorette finalist Ivan Hall spoke out against Chris Harrison following his controversial defense of The Bachelor's Rachael Kirkconnell.

February 23, 2021

Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino Co-Star Bee Vang Says Film "Mainstreamed Anti-Asian Racism"

Bee Vang, who starred with Clint Eastwood in the director's 2008 film Gran Torino, is speaking out against the movie amid recent increases in anti-Asian racism during the COVID-19 pandemic.

February 19, 2021

The Bachelor's Demi Burnett Apologizes for Wearing Confederate Flag Jacket in Resurfaced Photo

After receiving backlash for previously wearing a Confederate flag jacket, Demi Burnett is apologizing for being "a f--king stupid ignorant idiot who didn’t know something I should’ve known."

February 16, 2021