Nicole Curtis Fired from HGTV for Using Racial Slur
In a recently leaked clip, Nicole Curtis, star of HGTV’s Rehab Addict, was caught using a racial slur while struggling with renovation work. The shocking moment captured Curtis saying, “Oh, fart n*****,” before realizing her mistake and pleading with her crew to delete the recording.
After the clip surfaced, HGTV swiftly took action and fired Curtis, stating that they were “recently made aware” of the offensive comment. The network emphasized that such language is hurtful and does not align with their values, leading to the removal of Rehab Addict from all HGTV platforms.
“We remain dedicated to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion across our content and our workplace,” HGTV’s statement read, addressing the incident and their commitment to upholding their values.
The backlash against Curtis has been swift and severe, with many criticizing her for the use of the racial slur. While some may argue that it was a slip of the tongue, the consequences of such language in today’s society are undeniable.
It remains to be seen how Curtis will address the controversy and whether she will make any attempts to apologize for her actions. In the meantime, HGTV continues to uphold their commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in their programming.
