Harvey Weinstein expelled from US academy

The US Television Academy, which oversees the Emmy Awards, has expelled disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein following sexual harassment and assault allegations.

“After a hearing today, the Television Academy’s governance has voted to expel Harvey Weinstein from the Academy for life,” the Television Academy said in a statement. “The Academy supports those speaking out against harassment in all forms and stands behind those who have been affected by this issue.

“The unfolding and widespread examples of this horrific behavior are deeply disturbing to the Academy’s leadership,” the statement continued. “We have been in contact with leaders across the industry and share with them a deep sense of responsibility to provide clear workplace benchmarks reflecting decency and respect.

“As a result, we are expediting an already-begun detailed review and revision of our Television Academy membership codes of conduct. We are determined to play a role in protecting all television professionals from predatory harassment, ensuring they are able to practice their craft in a safe environment,” said the academy.

Weinstein’s TV credits include serving as executive producer on shows such as Project Runway and Scream.

It follows the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Producers Guild of America also banning him for life.

Source: LA Times