
Reality show star Jessica Mulroney has her TV show cancelled and been fired as a bridal marketing specialist after 'threatening' a black social media influencer about white privilege.
Mulroney is Meghan Markle's best friend.
On Thursday, Mulroney admitted that she was 'wrong' in clashing with lifestyle blogger Sasha Exeter in the wake of Black Lives Matter protest.
Exeter accused Mulroney of 'sending a threat' to her in an example of 'textbook white privilege'. Mulroney had taken offense at being asked to speak up about racism.
Exeter pointed out that how Mulroney had addressed various issues on her platform but never talked about 'Black Lives Matter movement. Exeter found it ironic considering her best friend Markle is 'arguably one of the most famous black women in the world.'
Mulroney allegedly retorted by saying, 'I have also spoken to companies and people about the way you have treated me unfairly. You think your voice matters. Well, it only matters if you express it with kindness and without shaming people who are simply trying to learn. Good luck.'
Exeter took Mulroney's message as a direct threat to her career and said the message had left her 'paralyzed with fear'.
Last night CTV announced that Mulroney's reality show 'I Do, Redo' had been removed from all its channels 'effective immediately'.
'Recent conduct by one of our shows' hosts, Jessica Mulroney, conflicts with our commitment to diversity and equality,' a statement said.
Mulroney apologized to Exeter - a 'former acquaintance' - via Instagram. She said: 'I did not intend in any way to jeopardize her livelihood. We had a disagreement and it got out of hand. For that I am sorry'.
The events that have transpired over the last few days have made it clear that I have work to do.
'I realize more than ever how being a white, privileged woman has put me far ahead of so many, and in particular those in the Black community. And while I can't change the past, I can do my part to do better in the future.
'I respect the decision of CTV and have decided to step away from my professional engagements at this time. I'm going to take this time to reflect, learn and focus on my family.
'I also want to take a moment to clarify that I have no intention of pursuing any legal action. I was wrong, and for that I am truly sorry.
'I remain more committed than ever to support anti-racism efforts and will do everything in my power to right this wrong.'