Scarlett Johansson joins Golden Globes backlash © Getty Images Avengers star Scarlett Johansson says the body behind the Globes needs fundamental reform
Actor Scarlett Johansson has joined criticism of the body behind the Golden Globe Awards over how it plans to tackle discrimination.
Golden Globe organisers the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) has been accused of a lack of diversity and shadowy workings.
Earlier this week the body voted in reforms to widen its membership.
But Ms Johansson is among stars and industry figures who say it still needs fundamental reform .
Why are the Globes being criticised?
The Golden Globes are second only to the Oscars in terms of profile, but organisers have been accused of discriminatory practices, accepting freebies and other ethical lapses.
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Mark Ruffalo addresses HFPA reforms issue; Says Cannot feel happy or proud about being a Golden Globe winner
Golden Globe winner Mark Ruffalo slams Hollywood Press Association for not making significant reforms relating to diversity and inclusion. Written By Mark Ruffalo slams HFPA for not making significant reforms
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) was recently called out over its diversity issue after it was revealed that the association lacked a single Black member. While a host of A-lister celebrities, as well as studios, called out HFPA to undergo major reforms, the association earlier this week did announce some changes but they are being deemed much less than what is expected of them. After GLAAD calling out the association for not making significant reforms, actor Mark Ruffalo has now addressed the issue.
HFPA Pleads for Meeting With Netflix After Streamer Cuts Ties
Netflix said it would no longer work with Golden Globes group without a ‘clear roadmap for change’
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In a letter Friday night, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association responded to Netflix’s decision to cut ties with the organization by requesting a meeting to discuss reforms Netflix said don’t go far enough to address problems of diversity and inclusion.
Netflix had previously said Friday it would stop working with the HFPA the organization responsible for the Golden Globes until it underwent significant changes including addressing racial inequity in the Association. The HFPA said it would “love” to sit down with Netflix to discuss the arrangement, in a letter sent by president Ali Sar to Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos.