“Supergirl” showrunner Andrew Kreisberg was suspended amidst rumors of sexual harassment
With countless allegations of sexual harassment and assault coming to light in Hollywood, it’s difficult to comprehend how many alleged offenders are working in the industry. (Anyone else tired of finding out people you once admired are secretly scumbags?) That’s why it’s important to continue to out those who have used their power to harm others. As Hollywood’s roster of alleged harassers grows, we can’t help but wonder when it will all finally end. Or, if this is just the beginning.
Most recently, TV exec Andrew Kreisberg has been suspended amidst rumors of sexual harassment. Kreisberg is an executive producer for shows on The CW like Arrow, Supergirl, and The Flash. According to Variety, details of Kreisberg’s inappropriate misconduct include touching people without permission. He also allegedly asked for massages and kissed women without asking their permission. Not ok.
The allegations against Kreisberg are not even close to being the first in Hollywood, unfortunately. Recently, comedian Louis C.K. was accused of sexual misconduct by five women in a New York Times article. Though he has since admitted that such rumors are true, other stars like Kevin Spacey have yet to admit that they’re at fault for their own wrongdoings.
Warner Bros. TV Group launched an investigation into Kreisberg’s behavior.
Four men and 15 women say that he engaged in alleged sexual harassment and inappropriate physical contact over the years. Many of the victims who spoke out against Kreisberg waited to speak up. Why? They felt doing so would be unwise for their careers.
Sarah Schechter and Greg Berlanti of Berlanti Productions, which oversees Kresiberg’s shows, spoke out on the allegations.
“We were recently made aware of some deeply troubling allegations regarding one of our showrunners,” Schechter and Berlanti said in a statement, according to Variety. “We have been encouraging and fully cooperating with the investigation into this by Warner Bros. There is nothing more important to us than the safety and well-being of our cast, crew, writers, producers and any staff. We do not tolerate harassment and are committed to doing everything we can to make an environment that’s safe to work in and safe to speak up about if it isn’t.”
Variety reports that Kreisberg strongly denies the allegations against him.
“I have made comments on women’s appearances and clothes in my capacity as an executive producer, but they were not sexualized,” Kreisberg told Variety. “Like many people, I have given someone a non-sexual hug or kiss on the cheek.”
Stay strong and let your voices be heard.
