Toxic Workplace Allegations Target Jimmy Fallon's 'The Tonight Show'
Many people shared a pervasive feeling of gloom in the show's atmosphere, stating that they had experienced incidents of bullying and belittlement.
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00:00 The employees of the famous show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, have recently
00:04 made accusations regarding the creation of a toxic work culture within the organization.
00:10 Both current and former employees have come forward to shed light on their experiences
00:14 in the workplace.
00:15 In a revealing interview with a leading news organization, these employees disclosed that
00:21 The Tonight Show has allegedly harbored a toxic atmosphere for an extended period.
00:26 Numerous individuals recounted a prevailing sense of gloom within the show's environment,
00:31 asserting that they had endured instances of bullying and belittlement, often originating
00:36 from their superiors, including the show's host, Jimmy Fallon himself.
00:40 Shockingly, seven employees stated that they had grappled with mental health issues during
00:45 their tenure on the show.
00:47 What compounds this concern is the fact that despite the submission of numerous HR complaints,
00:52 the problem persisted, fostering a troubling atmosphere ripped with fear and anxiety among
00:58 the entire crew.
01:00 The investigation that interviewed over 80 current and former employees further exposed
01:05 apprehensions regarding Jimmy Fallon's conduct in relation to alcohol.
01:09 Although he had publicly denied any issues with alcohol, some employees claimed to have
01:14 witnessed signs of "abrasion" during working hours.
01:18 As a response to these troubling revelations, Jimmy Fallon, the show's esteemed host, has
01:22 issued an apology, reported by Leading Magazine.
01:26 During a recent meeting, he expressed his profound embarrassment and regret, saying,
01:31 "It's embarrassing and I feel so bad.
01:33 Sorry if I embarrassed you and your family and friends."
01:36 Fallon went on to emphasize his sincere desire for the show to be a source of enjoyment,
01:41 inclusivity and humor for all, emphasizing his commitment to making it the best possible
01:46 show with the best people involved.
01:48 It's important to note that The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon has been a television
01:52 institution since its inception in 1954, with Jimmy Fallon taking the reins as the host
01:58 in 2014.
01:59 "I'm Jimmy Fallon."
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