Hannah Gadsby Fires Back at Netflix Exec for Misusing Her as Inclusivity Example

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In a fierce response, comedian Hannah Gadsby lashed out at Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos after he used her as an example of the company’s commitment to LGBTQ representation. This backlash comes in the wake of criticism surrounding Dave Chapelle’s special, The Closer, which has drawn accusations of transphobia.

Following a brief period of positive attention for the streaming service, largely thanks to the global hit Squid Game, Netflix finds itself back in hot water. Sarandos’ defense of Chapelle’s work included a reference to Gadsby, suggesting that her presence on the platform was evidence of Netflix’s inclusivity. However, many view this as a disingenuous defense similar to the tired “I have a Black friend” trope.

In Chapelle’s special, he has been criticized for “punching down,” which means targeting marginalized groups rather than those in positions of power, a fundamental principle in comedy that Gadsby made clear in her response. The comedian expressed her frustration on Instagram, stating, “Hey Ted Sarandos! Just a quick note to let you know that I would prefer if you didn’t drag my name into your mess. Now I have to deal with even more hate and anger from Dave Chapelle’s fans every time he gets 20 million dollars to process his emotionally stunted partial worldview.”

Gadsby’s message included a sharp “F*ck you and your amoral algorithm cult… I do shits with more backbone than you,” highlighting her disdain for how Sarandos has handled the situation. She also noted that her comments were made in jest, pointing out that Sarandos had previously stated there were no boundaries to cross.

Meanwhile, some Netflix employees are planning a virtual walkout to protest the platform’s handling of the situation, arguing that the company has repeatedly harmed the trans community through its content choices.

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In summary, Hannah Gadsby’s strong rebuttal to Ted Sarandos underscores the growing tension surrounding Netflix’s content choices and the responsibility of platforms to represent marginalized communities thoughtfully. As employees rally for change, the conversation about inclusivity in media continues.