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April 14th, 2021 By David KnoxComments offFiled under: News, Fremantle has engaged lawyers to investigate new claims around racism on the Neighbours set, in addition to a review being undertaken by Indigenous consultancy firm Campfire X. Sharon Johal, who played Dipi Rebecchi on the series from 2017 – 2021, said she tried to “deny, bury and ultimately survive” racist taunts allegedly from some of her colleagues. But she also spoke out over resolutions from management and a lack of social media moderation. A statement on her website says: “On more than one occasion a current cast mem...

A third Neighbours star has spoken out to say she experienced racism during her time in the Australian soap, following claims made by other cast members.

A third Neighbours star has spoken out to say she experienced racism during her time in the Australian soap, following claims made by other cast members.

Share Fellow Neighbours stars Tim Kano, Charlotte Chimes, Matt Wilson and Richie Morris were also spotted heading to work on the show. Walking alongside each other, Jemma and Olivia appeared enthralled in their phones as they made their way to set. Scandal: Several former cast members have spoken out against the long-running soap in recent weeks, alleging racism and abuse on set. Pictured, Jemma Donovan (left) and Olivia (right) Checking in: Walking alongside each other, Jemma and Olivia appeared enthralled in their phones as they made their way to set Both young women were dressed casua...

Soap Neighbours faces further racism allegations Updated / Wednesday, 14 Apr 2021 13:52 Sharon Johal - "I think (and hope) we are unified in standing against racism. I think (and hope) we are unified in wanting to feel safe at work. These statements should not be mutually exclusive" Neighbours star Sharon Johal has become the latest actor to make allegations of racism against the Australian soap, claiming that she experienced "direct, indirect and casual racism" on the set. Indian-Australian star Johal, who played Dipi Rebecchi on the show, made the allegations in a 1,500-word statement pub...