<p>Actress Ryan Kiera, known for her role in the Disney+ series <em>Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,</em> has joined the cast of the <em>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</em> revival series. Sarah Michelle Gellar, who played the iconic Slayer in the original series, announced plans for the new show back in February.</p>
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<h2>What is Buffy the Vampire Slayer about?</h2>
<p><em>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</em> is a supernatural drama series created by Joss Whedon that aired from 1997 to 2003. The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a long line of chosen warriors known as the Slayer, who is tasked with protecting the world from evil forces such as vampires and demons.</p>
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<p>Speaking about the revival, Gellar said, &ldquo;Three years ago, I got a call from my dear friend and mentor, Gail Berman. She told me that she wanted me to sit down with Chlo&eacute; Zhao to hear her take on a potential Buffy revival.&rdquo;</p>
<h2>A new era begins</h2>
<p>In the revival, Buffy will serve as a mentor to Ryan Kiera&rsquo;s new Slayer. Gellar announced the casting news via Instagram, where she posted a video of her calling Kiera to welcome her to the Buffyverse.</p>
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<p>The new <em>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</em> series will be written by Nora Zuckerman and Lila Zuckerman, with Oscar-winner Chlo&eacute; Zhao directing. Joss Whedon will not be involved in the project due to allegations of fostering a toxic work environment on the original show.</p>
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Actress Ryan Kiera, known for her role in the Disney+ series Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, has joined the cast of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival series.

Actress Ryan Kiera, known for her role in the Disney+ series Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, has joined the cast of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival series. Sarah Michelle Gellar, who played the iconic Slayer in the original series, announced plans for the new show back in February. Also Read: Sadie Sink's MCU role in 'Brand New Day' rumoured to be linked to Toby Maguire's Spider-Man. What is Buffy the Vampire Slayer about? Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural drama series created by Joss Whedon that aired from 1997 to 2003. The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a long line of chosen warriors known as the Slayer, who is tasked with protecting the world from evil forces such as vampires and demons. Also Read: Sarah Michelle Gellar celebrates Buffy the Vampire Slayer series revival Speaking about the revival, Gellar said, “Three years ago, I got a call from my dear friend and mentor, Gail Berman. She told me that she wanted me to sit down with Chloé Zhao to hear her take on a potential Buffy revival.” A new era begins In the revival, Buffy will serve as a mentor to Ryan Kiera’s new Slayer. Gellar announced the casting news via Instagram, where she posted a video of her calling Kiera to welcome her to the Buffyverse. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sarah Michelle (@sarahmgellar) Also Read: Happy Birthday Pierce Brosnan: From Dante's Peak to November Man 6 movies beyond James Bond The new Buffy the Vampire Slayer series will be written by Nora Zuckerman and Lila Zuckerman, with Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao directing. Joss Whedon will not be involved in the project due to allegations of fostering a toxic work environment on the original show. Also Read: "He is pretty damn good, but flawed': James Gunn and David Corenswet share insights on the upcoming Superman movie

Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Ryan Kiera joins the revival series as the new Slayer

<p>While reboots often tend to be bad and little more than a quick way for studios to cash in on an established IP and its fan base, there are exceptions. We take a look at five TV reboots of movies and shows that have surpassed the originals, breathing new life into their franchises.</p>
<p>These shows not only honour the legacy of the original but, in some cases, even improve upon it and attract a whole new audience.</p>
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<h2>Battlestar Galactica</h2>
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<figcaption>Battlestar Galactica Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures)</figcaption>
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<h3>The Original</h3>
<p>This 1978 sci-fi series, created by Glen A. Larson, was set in the far future and followed the crew of the spaceship Galactica, human survivors fleeing the destruction of their homeworld at the hands of the Cylons, a race of machines determined to annihilate humanity.</p>
<p>Despite a strong premise and initially good ratings, the series was cancelled after its first season due to high production costs and a lawsuit from Fox Studios, which claimed that the show had taken many of its ideas from the Star Wars franchise.</p>
<h3>The Reboot</h3>
<p>The 2004 reboot, created by Ronald D. Moore, took the original premise and transformed it into a tense, high-stakes cat-and-mouse chase in space, where the last remnants of humanity are relentlessly pursued by the Cylons.</p>
<p>The reboot was far more complex, exploring the psychological and emotional toll of being in a constant fight for survival. It delved into themes such as war, genocide, religion, political systems, and artificial intelligence. It ran for four seasons and spawned two spin-off TV movies.</p>
<h2>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</h2>
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<figcaption>Buffy the Vampire Slayer Photograph: (X/Disney)</figcaption>
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<h2>The Original</h2>
<p>This 1992 horror-comedy, directed by Fran Rubel Kuzui and written by Joss Whedon, follows high schooler Buffy Summers, who discovers that she is The Slayer, the latest in a long line of warriors destined to protect humanity from vampires.</p>
<p>The film was a critical and commercial failure, largely due to studio interference, which altered much of Whedon&rsquo;s original script, toning down the humour and darker aspects of the story.</p>
<h3>The Reboot</h3>
<p>In 1997, Joss Whedon got the chance to realise his original vision by rebooting Buffy into a TV series. The show was a massive success, earning critical acclaim and building a worldwide fan following. It ran for seven seasons and spawned multiple novels, comics, and video game adaptations.</p>
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<h2>12 Monkeys</h2>
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<figcaption>12 monkeys Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures)</figcaption>
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<h3>The Original</h3>
<p>The 1995 sci-fi film, directed by Terry Gilliam, is widely regarded as a masterpiece. Set in a post-apocalyptic future devastated by a deadly virus, the story follows a convict who is sent back in time to prevent the outbreak. The movie was a critical and commercial success, winning multiple awards and grossing $168 million worldwide.</p>
<h3>The Reboot</h3>
<p>When plans for a TV reboot were announced, many fans of the original were worried that it would tarnish the film&rsquo;s legacy. However, the series turned out to be an excellent example of how a reboot can expand on a great original idea. It delved deeper into the lore and characters, ultimately running for four seasons and receiving widespread acclaim.</p>
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<h2>Star Trek: The Next Generation</h2>
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<figcaption>Star Trek Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures)</figcaption>
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<h3>The Original</h3>
<p>The 1966 Star Trek series is a beloved classic that has inspired numerous movies and TV spin-offs. Set in the far future, it follows the adventures of the USS Enterprise and its crew as they explore the galaxy.</p>
<h3>The Reboot</h3>
<p>When news of a reboot was announced, Star Trek fans were both excited and apprehensive about how it would affect the franchise&rsquo;s legacy. However, when Star Trek: The Next Generation aired in 1987, those fears were put to rest. Not only did the series honour the original&rsquo;s legacy, but it also explored more complex themes and introduced Star Trek to a new generation of fans.</p>
<h2>Lost in Space</h2>
<figure class="image"><img alt="Lost in Space" src="https://img-cdn.thepublive.com/fit-in/1280x720/filters:format(webp)/wion/media/media_files/2025/03/28/ApFYNeU9U8bnEtoViBRo.jpg" style="width: 1280px;">
<figcaption>Lost in Space Photograph: (X/Netflix)</figcaption>
</figure>
<h3>The Original</h3>
<p>The 1965 Lost in Space series ran for three seasons but was often criticised for its campy tone, simplistic storytelling, and over-the-top performances. The show followed the Robinsons, a pioneering family of space colonists who struggle to survive in the depths of space.</p>
<h3>The Reboot</h3>
<p>The new series took the franchise in a darker, more mature direction. Instead of focusing solely on the Robinsons, it introduced them as part of a larger colony ship sent to a distant planet after a natural disaster threatened Earth&rsquo;s survival. The reboot featured a more serious tone, complex characters, and impressive visual effects, making it a worthy successor to the original.</p>
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Hollywood | Entertainment We take a look at five TV reboots of movies and shows that have surpassed the originals, breathing new life into their franchises.

While reboots often tend to be bad and little more than a quick way for studios to cash in on an established IP and its fan base, there are exceptions. We take a look at five TV reboots of movies and shows that have surpassed the originals, breathing new life into their franchises. These shows not only honour the legacy of the original but, in some cases, even improve upon it and attract a whole new audience. Also Read: L2 Empuraan Review: The Mohanlal & Prithviraj combo is ultimately a letdown Battlestar Galactica Battlestar Galactica Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures) The Original This 1978 sci-fi series, created by Glen A. Larson, was set in the far future and followed the crew of the spaceship Galactica, human survivors fleeing the destruction of their homeworld at the hands of the Cylons, a race of machines determined to annihilate humanity. Despite a strong premise and initially good ratings, the series was cancelled after its first season due to high production costs and a lawsuit from Fox Studios, which claimed that the show had taken many of its ideas from the Star Wars franchise. The Reboot The 2004 reboot, created by Ronald D. Moore, took the original premise and transformed it into a tense, high-stakes cat-and-mouse chase in space, where the last remnants of humanity are relentlessly pursued by the Cylons. The reboot was far more complex, exploring the psychological and emotional toll of being in a constant fight for survival. It delved into themes such as war, genocide, religion, political systems, and artificial intelligence. It ran for four seasons and spawned two spin-off TV movies. Buffy the Vampire Slayer Buffy the Vampire Slayer Photograph: (X/Disney) The Original This 1992 horror-comedy, directed by Fran Rubel Kuzui and written by Joss Whedon, follows high schooler Buffy Summers, who discovers that she is The Slayer, the latest in a long line of warriors destined to protect humanity from vampires. The film was a critical and commercial failure, largely due to studio interference, which altered much of Whedon’s original script, toning down the humour and darker aspects of the story. The Reboot In 1997, Joss Whedon got the chance to realise his original vision by rebooting Buffy into a TV series. The show was a massive success, earning critical acclaim and building a worldwide fan following. It ran for seven seasons and spawned multiple novels, comics, and video game adaptations. Also Read: The Fantastic Four: First Steps rumoured to have a surprise Avenger cameo 12 Monkeys 12 monkeys Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures) The Original The 1995 sci-fi film, directed by Terry Gilliam, is widely regarded as a masterpiece. Set in a post-apocalyptic future devastated by a deadly virus, the story follows a convict who is sent back in time to prevent the outbreak. The movie was a critical and commercial success, winning multiple awards and grossing $168 million worldwide. The Reboot When plans for a TV reboot were announced, many fans of the original were worried that it would tarnish the film’s legacy. However, the series turned out to be an excellent example of how a reboot can expand on a great original idea. It delved deeper into the lore and characters, ultimately running for four seasons and receiving widespread acclaim. Also Read: BTS stars Jungkook, RM, J-Hope and Suga donate $3.2 million to Korean wildfire victims Star Trek: The Next Generation Star Trek Photograph: (X/UniversalPictures) The Original The 1966 Star Trek series is a beloved classic that has inspired numerous movies and TV spin-offs. Set in the far future, it follows the adventures of the USS Enterprise and its crew as they explore the galaxy. The Reboot When news of a reboot was announced, Star Trek fans were both excited and apprehensive about how it would affect the franchise’s legacy. However, when Star Trek: The Next Generation aired in 1987, those fears were put to rest. Not only did the series honour the original’s legacy, but it also explored more complex themes and introduced Star Trek to a new generation of fans. Lost in Space Lost in Space Photograph: (X/Netflix) The Original The 1965 Lost in Space series ran for three seasons but was often criticised for its campy tone, simplistic storytelling, and over-the-top performances. The show followed the Robinsons, a pioneering family of space colonists who struggle to survive in the depths of space. The Reboot The new series took the franchise in a darker, more mature direction. Instead of focusing solely on the Robinsons, it introduced them as part of a larger colony ship sent to a distant planet after a natural disaster threatened Earth’s survival. The reboot featured a more serious tone, complex characters, and impressive visual effects, making it a worthy successor to the original. Also Read: L2 Empuraan: Why are there calls for a boycott of the Mohanlal movie?

Not all reboots suck: 5 TV show reboots that surpassed the original

<p>Sarah Michelle Gellar took to Instagram to express her excitement about reprising her iconic role as Buffy Summers in the upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival series on Hulu. The new show will focus on a new slayer, with Buffy likely serving as her mentor.</p>
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<h2>The Story Behind the Revival</h2>
<p>In her post, Gellar shared insights into how the revival came to life. "Three years ago, I got a call from my dear friend and mentor, Gail Berman. She told me that she wanted me to sit down with Chlo&eacute; Zhao to hear her take on a potential Buffy revival."</p>
<p>She admitted she initially didn&rsquo;t see a way for the show to return, but she agreed to the meeting mainly because she was excited to meet Oscar-winning director Chlo&eacute; Zhao. However, that one meeting led to many more, ultimately shaping the vision for the new series.</p>
<p>Gellar emphasised that she only agreed to return because she believed in the revival&rsquo;s quality and felt it honoured the legacy of the original show.</p>
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<h2>What Is Buffy the Vampire Slayer About?</h2>
<p>For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural drama series created by Joss Whedon that aired from 1997 to 2003. The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a long line of chosen warriors known as the Slayer, who is tasked with protecting the world from evil.</p>
<p>The series&rsquo; blend of humour, horror, and high school drama made it a cult classic and one of the most influential TV shows of its time.</p>
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<h2>The Revival Series</h2>
<p>The new Buffy the Vampire Slayer series will be written by Nora Zuckerman and Lila Zuckerman with Chlo&eacute; Zhao directing. Joss Whedon will not be involved due to allegations of fostering a toxic work environment on the original show.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s unclear whether other original cast members will return at this stage, but more details are expected once production begins.</p>
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 Sarah Michelle Gellar finally broke her silence and shared her excitement about the recently announced revival of Buffy the Vampire Slayer series on Hulu.

Sarah Michelle Gellar took to Instagram to express her excitement about reprising her iconic role as Buffy Summers in the upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival series on Hulu. The new show will focus on a new slayer, with Buffy likely serving as her mentor. Also Read: Loveyapa Review: Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor's film is a love-hate situationship drama The Story Behind the Revival In her post, Gellar shared insights into how the revival came to life. "Three years ago, I got a call from my dear friend and mentor, Gail Berman. She told me that she wanted me to sit down with Chloé Zhao to hear her take on a potential Buffy revival." She admitted she initially didn’t see a way for the show to return, but she agreed to the meeting mainly because she was excited to meet Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao. However, that one meeting led to many more, ultimately shaping the vision for the new series. Gellar emphasised that she only agreed to return because she believed in the revival’s quality and felt it honoured the legacy of the original show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sarah Michelle (@sarahmgellar) Also Read: Kendrick Lamar promises 'storytelling' at Super Bowl show What Is Buffy the Vampire Slayer About? For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural drama series created by Joss Whedon that aired from 1997 to 2003. The show follows Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), the latest in a long line of chosen warriors known as the Slayer, who is tasked with protecting the world from evil. The series’ blend of humour, horror, and high school drama made it a cult classic and one of the most influential TV shows of its time. Also Read: Priyanka Chopra grooves to Darling, Nick Jonas sings Maan Meri Jaan: Inside her brother's pre-wedding celebrations The Revival Series The new Buffy the Vampire Slayer series will be written by Nora Zuckerman and Lila Zuckerman with Chloé Zhao directing. Joss Whedon will not be involved due to allegations of fostering a toxic work environment on the original show. It’s unclear whether other original cast members will return at this stage, but more details are expected once production begins. Also Read: Mrs. review: Sanya Malhotra's film is deeply impactful, much like the Malayalam original

Sarah Michelle Gellar celebrates Buffy the Vampire Slayer series revival

<p>Sarah Michelle Gellar's 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' days are behind her. The actress said she's too "long in the tooth" to reprise her titular role in any potential Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboots.</p>

<p>"What worked for Buffy was that the monsters represented, they were a metaphor for the horrors of adolescence," Gellar said. "I don't think it's me, I don't think I should be the one doing it," she said, adding that she's "way too tired and cranky to put in that work again."</p>

<p>However, Gellar said she loves "that the story holds up, and that people are calling for that."</p>

<p>A Buffy reboot has been rumored to be in the works, and last fans heard in 2018, showrunner Monica Owusu-Breen stated that a new iteration would focus on a "new Slayer," not Buffy.</p>

<p>Gelar also declined to further comment on her Buffy costar Charisma Carpenter's allegation that creator Joss Whedon created "hostile and toxic work environments" on Buffy and its spin-off Angel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time. But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out," Gellar said.</p>

<p>Following Carpenter's allegations, Gellar issued a statement on Instagram saying, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don't want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon," she wrote. "I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time. But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out."</p>


Sarah Michelle Gellar's 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' days are behind her. The actress said she's too "long in the tooth" to reprise her titular role in any potential Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboots.

Sarah Michelle Gellar's 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' days are behind her. The actress said she's too "long in the tooth" to reprise her titular role in any potential Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboots. "What worked for Buffy was that the monsters represented, they were a metaphor for the horrors of adolescence," Gellar said. "I don't think it's me, I don't think I should be the one doing it," she said, adding that she's "way too tired and cranky to put in that work again." However, Gellar said she loves "that the story holds up, and that people are calling for that." A Buffy reboot has been rumored to be in the works, and last fans heard in 2018, showrunner Monica Owusu-Breen stated that a new iteration would focus on a "new Slayer," not Buffy. Gelar also declined to further comment on her Buffy costar Charisma Carpenter's allegation that creator Joss Whedon created "hostile and toxic work environments" on Buffy and its spin-off Angel. "I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time. But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out," Gellar said. Following Carpenter's allegations, Gellar issued a statement on Instagram saying, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don't want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon," she wrote. "I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time. But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out."

Sarah Michelle Gellar won't be a part of any potential 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboots

<p>A long list of celebs and co-stars now join in support of Charisma Carpenter on her misconduct allegations against ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel’ cast member Joss Whedon.</p>

<p>David Boreanaz supported Charisma along with Danny Strong, Adam Busch and Tom Lenk — the ‘Trio’ of villains from season six of ‘Buffy’. Their former ‘Angel’ co-star Amy Acker too joined.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-alum-eliza-dushku-lends-support-to-charisma-carpenter-after-joss-whedon-allegations-363232">&nbsp;'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' alum Eliza Dushku lends support to Charisma Carpenter after Joss Whedon allegations</a></p>

<p>Last week, Charisma Carpenter accused Joss Whedon of "traumatizing" her on set and creating an environment that was both "hostile" and "toxic."</p>

<p>Joss Whedon was the show creator as Charisma said, "Joss Whedon abused his power on numerous occasions while working together on the sets of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. The disturbing incidents triggered a chronic physical condition from which I still suffer. It is with a beating, heavy heart that I say I coped in isolation and, at times, destructively."&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/buffy-star-charisma-carpenter-accuses-joss-whedon-of-toxic-behaviour-gets-support-from-co-star-sarah-michelle-gellar-362918">Carpenter, appeared in the hit series and its spinoff 'Angel', made the allegations in a two-part statement on Twitter.</a></p>

<p>&nbsp;David Boreanaz&nbsp;replied to Carpenter's statement on Twitter, writing, "I am here for you to listen and support you. Proud of your strength." Meanwhile,&nbsp;Sarah Michelle Gellar said, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don’t want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon. I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time, but I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out."</p>


A long list of celebs and co-stars now join in support of Charisma Carpenter on her misconduct allegations against ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel’ cast member Joss Whedon.

A long list of celebs and co-stars now join in support of Charisma Carpenter on her misconduct allegations against ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel’ cast member Joss Whedon. David Boreanaz supported Charisma along with Danny Strong, Adam Busch and Tom Lenk — the ‘Trio’ of villains from season six of ‘Buffy’. Their former ‘Angel’ co-star Amy Acker too joined. 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' alum Eliza Dushku lends support to Charisma Carpenter after Joss Whedon allegations Last week, Charisma Carpenter accused Joss Whedon of "traumatizing" her on set and creating an environment that was both "hostile" and "toxic." Joss Whedon was the show creator as Charisma said, "Joss Whedon abused his power on numerous occasions while working together on the sets of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. The disturbing incidents triggered a chronic physical condition from which I still suffer. It is with a beating, heavy heart that I say I coped in isolation and, at times, destructively." Carpenter, appeared in the hit series and its spinoff 'Angel', made the allegations in a two-part statement on Twitter. David Boreanaz replied to Carpenter's statement on Twitter, writing, "I am here for you to listen and support you. Proud of your strength." Meanwhile, Sarah Michelle Gellar said, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don’t want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon. I am more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic currently, so I will not be making any further statements at this time, but I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out."

Celebs join in support of 'Buffy' star in her 'traumatizing' set allegations against Joss Whedon

<p>Charisma Carpenter, who is best known for playing Cordelia Chase in the 90s popular show 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' has called out filmmaker Joss Whedon for his alleged abusive and toxic behaviour on the sets of the series which aired on TV in the 1990s.&nbsp;<br />
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Carpenter, appeared in the hit series and its spinoff 'Angel', made the allegations in a two-part statement on Twitter.<br />
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"Joss Whedon abused his power on numerous occasions while working on the sets of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Angel'. While he found his misconduct amusing, it only served to intensify my performance anxiety, disempower me, and alienate me from my peers.<br />
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"The disturbing incidents triggered a chronic physical condition from which I still suffer. It is with a beating, heavy heart that I say I coped in isolation and, at times, destructively," she said in the statement.<br />
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The actress revealed that she decided to speak up against Whedon after 'Justice League'actor Ray Fisher accused the maker of "gross, abusive, unprofessional and completely unacceptable" behaviour" on the film's set.<br />
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Her statement on Twitter was accompanied by the hashtag #IStandWithRayFisher.</p>

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<p>Carpenter claimed that Whedon has a history of "being casually cruel" as he once threatened to fire her and also called her "fat" when she was four months pregnant.&nbsp;"He was mean and biting, disparaging about others openly, and often played favourites, putting people against one another to compete and vie for his attention and approval.&nbsp;He called me in for a sit-down meeting to interrogate and berate me regarding a rosary tattoo I got to help me feel more spiritually grounded in an increasingly volatile work climate that affected me physically," she added.<br />
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The actor alleged that after "refusing" calls from her agents to communicate that she was pregnant when Whedon did learn of her status, he took a "closed-door meeting" with her.<br />
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"In that closed-door meeting, he asked me if I was 'going to keep it' and manipulatively weaponised my womanhood and faith against me.<br />
"He proceeded to attack my character, mock my religious beliefs, accuse me of sabotaging the show, and then unceremoniously fired me the following season once I gave birth," Carpenter said.<br />
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In the wake of her experience of leaving 'Angel', the actor said that she felt "powerless and alone", especially as the "primary breadwinner" for her family.<br />
"Unfortunately, all this was happening during one of the most wonderful time(s) in new motherhood. All that promise and joy sucked right out. And Joss was the vampire," she added.<br />
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Carpenter revealed that she also participated in the WarnerMedia's investigation against Whedon in light of Fisher's allegation.</p>

<p>She said she decided to come forward after Fisher went public that he was no longer going to appear as his 'Justice League'&nbsp;character of Cyborg in the upcoming movie 'The Flash'.<br />
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"Although I am not shocked, I am deeply pained by it. It troubles and saddens me that in 2021 professionals STILL have to choose between whistleblowing in the workplace and job security," the actor.<br />
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Whedon has not yet responded to Carpenter's allegations.<br />
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Meanwhile, the actor found support from her 'Buffy' co-stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Amber Benson.<br />
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In a statement on Instagram, Gellar wrote, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don't want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon."</p>

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<p>The actor said she will not be making any further statements on the matter as she is "more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic".<br />
"But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out," she added.<br />
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Sharing Gellar's statement, Trachtenberg, who played Buffy Summers' young sister Dawn on the show, said that Whedon also behaved inappropriately with her.<br />
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"Thank you @sarahmgellar for saying this. I am brave enough now as a 35 year old woman... To repost this. Because. This must. Be known. As a teenager. With his not appropriate behavior... Very. Not. Appropriate. So now. People know. What Joss. Did," she wrote.<br />
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Benson, who played Tara in the series, said the show was a "toxic environment and it starts from the top".</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Buffy was a toxic environment and it starts at the top. <a href="https://twitter.com/AllCharisma?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AllCharisma</a> is speaking truth and I support her 100%. There was a lot of damage done during that time and many of us are still processing it twenty plus years later. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IStandWithRayFisher?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IStandWithRayFisher</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IStandWithCharismaCarpenter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IStandWithCharismaCarpenter</a> <a href="https://t.co/WJAmDGm76C">https://t.co/WJAmDGm76C</a></p>
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<p>"Buffy was a toxic environment and it starts at the top. @AllCharisma&nbsp;Is speaking truth and I support her 100 per cent. There was a lot of damage done during that time and many of us are still processing it twenty plus years later. #IStandWithRayFisher #IStandWithCharismaCarpenter" she posted.&nbsp; RB</p>


Charisma Carpenter, who is best known for playing Cordelia Chase in the 90s popular show 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' has called out filmmaker Joss Whedon for his alleged abusive and toxic behaviour on the sets of the series which aired on TV in the 1990s.

Charisma Carpenter, who is best known for playing Cordelia Chase in the 90s popular show 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' has called out filmmaker Joss Whedon for his alleged abusive and toxic behaviour on the sets of the series which aired on TV in the 1990s. Carpenter, appeared in the hit series and its spinoff 'Angel', made the allegations in a two-part statement on Twitter. "Joss Whedon abused his power on numerous occasions while working on the sets of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Angel'. While he found his misconduct amusing, it only served to intensify my performance anxiety, disempower me, and alienate me from my peers. "The disturbing incidents triggered a chronic physical condition from which I still suffer. It is with a beating, heavy heart that I say I coped in isolation and, at times, destructively," she said in the statement. The actress revealed that she decided to speak up against Whedon after 'Justice League'actor Ray Fisher accused the maker of "gross, abusive, unprofessional and completely unacceptable" behaviour" on the film's set. Her statement on Twitter was accompanied by the hashtag #IStandWithRayFisher. pic.twitter.com/Fw0SkHU87c — charisma carpenter (@AllCharisma) February 10, 2021 × Carpenter claimed that Whedon has a history of "being casually cruel" as he once threatened to fire her and also called her "fat" when she was four months pregnant. "He was mean and biting, disparaging about others openly, and often played favourites, putting people against one another to compete and vie for his attention and approval. He called me in for a sit-down meeting to interrogate and berate me regarding a rosary tattoo I got to help me feel more spiritually grounded in an increasingly volatile work climate that affected me physically," she added. The actor alleged that after "refusing" calls from her agents to communicate that she was pregnant when Whedon did learn of her status, he took a "closed-door meeting" with her. "In that closed-door meeting, he asked me if I was 'going to keep it' and manipulatively weaponised my womanhood and faith against me. "He proceeded to attack my character, mock my religious beliefs, accuse me of sabotaging the show, and then unceremoniously fired me the following season once I gave birth," Carpenter said. In the wake of her experience of leaving 'Angel', the actor said that she felt "powerless and alone", especially as the "primary breadwinner" for her family. "Unfortunately, all this was happening during one of the most wonderful time(s) in new motherhood. All that promise and joy sucked right out. And Joss was the vampire," she added. Carpenter revealed that she also participated in the WarnerMedia's investigation against Whedon in light of Fisher's allegation. She said she decided to come forward after Fisher went public that he was no longer going to appear as his 'Justice League' character of Cyborg in the upcoming movie 'The Flash'. "Although I am not shocked, I am deeply pained by it. It troubles and saddens me that in 2021 professionals STILL have to choose between whistleblowing in the workplace and job security," the actor. Whedon has not yet responded to Carpenter's allegations. Meanwhile, the actor found support from her 'Buffy' co-stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Amber Benson. In a statement on Instagram, Gellar wrote, "While I am proud to have my name associated with Buffy Summers, I don't want to be forever associated with the name Joss Whedon." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sarah Michelle (@sarahmgellar) × The actor said she will not be making any further statements on the matter as she is "more focused on raising my family and surviving a pandemic". "But I stand with all survivors of abuse and am proud of them for speaking out," she added. Sharing Gellar's statement, Trachtenberg, who played Buffy Summers' young sister Dawn on the show, said that Whedon also behaved inappropriately with her. "Thank you @sarahmgellar for saying this. I am brave enough now as a 35 year old woman... To repost this. Because. This must. Be known. As a teenager. With his not appropriate behavior... Very. Not. Appropriate. So now. People know. What Joss. Did," she wrote. Benson, who played Tara in the series, said the show was a "toxic environment and it starts from the top". Buffy was a toxic environment and it starts at the top. @AllCharisma is speaking truth and I support her 100%. There was a lot of damage done during that time and many of us are still processing it twenty plus years later. #IStandWithRayFisher #IStandWithCharismaCarpenter https://t.co/WJAmDGm76C — Amber Benson (@amber_benson) February 10, 2021 × "Buffy was a toxic environment and it starts at the top. @AllCharisma Is speaking truth and I support her 100 per cent. There was a lot of damage done during that time and many of us are still processing it twenty plus years later. #IStandWithRayFisher #IStandWithCharismaCarpenter" she posted. RB

'Buffy' star Charisma Carpenter accuses Joss Whedon of toxic behaviour, gets support from co-star Sarah Michelle Gellar