JusticiaGrey's Anatomy Producers React to Isaiah Washington
January 25th 2007 11:36
So unless you've been living under a rock, you will have heard about the homophobic comments Isaiah Washington (who plays Burke on the wildly popular Grey's Anatomy) made regarding his co-star T. R. Knight, who recently came out of the closet. If you haven't, here it is in a nutshell.
Isaiah Washington (Burke) was having an argument onset with Patrick Dempsey (McDreamy) and came out with the pearler of a line, "I'm not your faggot like T.R" (TR Knight= O'Malley). Of course, this got out to the media, and following was a big debacle of some of the cast confirming that it occurred, and other denying it.
This quickly turned into what has been dubbed "Isaiah-gate", and has culminated in Washington checking into rehab for his "behavioural problems".
Thus far, the creator of Grey's Anatomy, Shonda Rimes, had stayed out of the whole mess. However, amid cries for Washington's head, she issued the following statement:
"I speak for all the executive producers here at Grey's Anatomy when I say that Isaiah Washington's use of such a disturbing word was a shocking and dismaying event that insulted not only gays and lesbians everywhere but anyone who has ever struggled for respect in a world that is not always accepting of difference.
We’ve been working within the Grey’s family as well as with ABC and Touchstone Television to address the issue in a way that underscores the gravity of the situation while giving us all a foundation for healing. We applaud and encourage Isaiah's realization that he needs help and his subsequent choice to seek immediate treatment for his behavioral issues.
We appreciate the support the fans have always given our show, particularly during this stressful time. Creatively, we continue to strive to make the best television we can with the hope that our show reflects the talent, hard work and professionalism of our cast and crew."
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