<p>The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which organizes the annual Golden Globes, said on Friday it will present the awards for television and film in January despite the NBC television network deciding in May to no longer air the show.<br />
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The association has drawn criticism over ethics issues and a lack of racial diversity in its membership, prompting NBC to drop televising the Golden Globes that the group hosts. The group`s members also were accused of making sexist and racist remarks and soliciting favors from celebrities and studios.</p>

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The association said in a news release that nominations would be announced on Dec. 13 and that it would host the 79th annual Golden Globes ceremony on Jan. 9. The group did not make any announcement about whether the show would be televised.<br />
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The group in May agreed to recruit more Black members and make other changes, and in July banned its members from receiving gifts and free trips from movie studios and TV networks seeking to secure awards for their shows and stars.<br />
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The Golden Globes ceremony, attended by A-list stars and industry executives, established itself as one of the biggest annual Hollywood awards shows in the run-up to the Oscars. But it has been under close scrutiny following an investigation published in February by the Los Angeles Times that showed that the group of 87 journalists had no Black members.</p>

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Actress Scarlett Johansson and other critics including Netflix, Amazon Studios, WarnerMedia and dozens of Hollywood`s top publicity companies have said they would no longer work with the group unless it makes far-reaching changes. Actor Tom Cruise in May returned three Golden Globe statuettes he won.</p>


The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which organizes the annual Golden Globes, said on Friday it will present the awards for television and film in January despite the NBC television network deciding in May to no longer air the show.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which organizes the annual Golden Globes, said on Friday it will present the awards for television and film in January despite the NBC television network deciding in May to no longer air the show. The association has drawn criticism over ethics issues and a lack of racial diversity in its membership, prompting NBC to drop televising the Golden Globes that the group hosts. The group`s members also were accused of making sexist and racist remarks and soliciting favors from celebrities and studios. Also read: Jared Leto is a sweetheart! Actor video calls terminally ill hospice patient The association said in a news release that nominations would be announced on Dec. 13 and that it would host the 79th annual Golden Globes ceremony on Jan. 9. The group did not make any announcement about whether the show would be televised. The group in May agreed to recruit more Black members and make other changes, and in July banned its members from receiving gifts and free trips from movie studios and TV networks seeking to secure awards for their shows and stars. The Golden Globes ceremony, attended by A-list stars and industry executives, established itself as one of the biggest annual Hollywood awards shows in the run-up to the Oscars. But it has been under close scrutiny following an investigation published in February by the Los Angeles Times that showed that the group of 87 journalists had no Black members. Also read: Dorothy Steel, Black Panther actor, dies at the age of 95 Actress Scarlett Johansson and other critics including Netflix, Amazon Studios, WarnerMedia and dozens of Hollywood`s top publicity companies have said they would no longer work with the group unless it makes far-reaching changes. Actor Tom Cruise in May returned three Golden Globe statuettes he won.

Golden Globes still on, despite NBC dropping the awards show

<p>While the Golden Globes this year will miss the typical awards ceremony, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association plans on moving forward with honouring the movie season. In a statement, the HFPA said, “The HFPA plans to recognise the performances of 2021 to celebrate the great work of the industry this past year at the 79th Annual Golden Globes.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement does not divulge any other information. However, we do know that the organisation’s 21 new members will participate in voting on this year’s honorees. It’s not yet clear whether the typical Golden Globe statuettes will be handed out, but the news comes following a letter sent to studios on October 8 with guidance on eligibility requirements.</p>

<p>For those wondering what has transpired for this decision by HFPA, there had been a large debate around the organisation and its ethos after an LA Times expose revealed that the HFPA counter not a single Black person among its members. After this, several celebrities spoke out against HFPA. Netflix and Amazon too joined celebs in publicly cutting ties with the organisation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-tom-cruise-returns-his-three-golden-globes-as-he-joins-protest-against-hfpa-384199">Tom Cruise returned&nbsp;his three Golden Globes</a> as he joined&nbsp;protest against HFPA.&nbsp;Cruise&nbsp;joined Hollywood stars like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/scarlett-johansson-calls-out-hfpa-urges-industry-to-step-back-from-the-association-383818">Scarlett Johansson</a>, Mark Ruffalo and scores of&nbsp;other Hollywood stars to protest over the ethics of the group that hands out the annual awards for film and television and its lack of diversity.</p>

<p>At the time, the Comcast-owned network said, “We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-hfpa-promises-transformational-change-following-diversify-controversy-368570">meaningful reform</a>. However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right. As such, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-hfpa-responds-to-nbc-dropping-2022-golden-globes-384372">NBC will not air the 2022 Golden Globes</a>. Assuming the organization executes on its plan, we are hopeful we will be in a position to air the show in January 2023.”</p>

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While the Golden Globes this year will miss the typical awards ceremony, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association plans on moving forward with honouring the movie season.

While the Golden Globes this year will miss the typical awards ceremony, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association plans on moving forward with honouring the movie season. In a statement, the HFPA said, “The HFPA plans to recognise the performances of 2021 to celebrate the great work of the industry this past year at the 79th Annual Golden Globes.” The statement does not divulge any other information. However, we do know that the organisation’s 21 new members will participate in voting on this year’s honorees. It’s not yet clear whether the typical Golden Globe statuettes will be handed out, but the news comes following a letter sent to studios on October 8 with guidance on eligibility requirements. For those wondering what has transpired for this decision by HFPA, there had been a large debate around the organisation and its ethos after an LA Times expose revealed that the HFPA counter not a single Black person among its members. After this, several celebrities spoke out against HFPA. Netflix and Amazon too joined celebs in publicly cutting ties with the organisation. Tom Cruise returned his three Golden Globes as he joined protest against HFPA. Cruise joined Hollywood stars like Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo and scores of other Hollywood stars to protest over the ethics of the group that hands out the annual awards for film and television and its lack of diversity. At the time, the Comcast-owned network said, “We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to meaningful reform. However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right. As such, NBC will not air the 2022 Golden Globes. Assuming the organization executes on its plan, we are hopeful we will be in a position to air the show in January 2023.” Also Read: Guardians of the Galaxy: Will Poulter bags this role in MCU's next instalment

Golden Globes to go ahead with plans of awarding winners amid HFPA scandal

<p>American film production and distribution company Neon has become the latest addition to the growing list of companies boycotting the Golden Globes.<br />
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.The indie studio behind `Parasite` and `I, Tonya` minced no words about what it sees as The Hollywood Foreign Press Association`s failures to enact meaningful reforms in the wake of a report that revealed that the group had no Black members, reported Variety.<br />
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The story also documented a history of ethical lapses by the organisation`s roughly 90 members, which included accepting gifts and junket travel from studios, and its questionable payment of members to sit on committees.</p>

<p>A spokesperson for Neon told Variety, "We will not participate in anything related to the HFPA until they reform the organization to reflect they are living in the 21st century."<br />
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In response, the HFPA approved a set of measures that it stated will increase the diversity of its organisation, such as admitting 20 new members in 2021, with a specific focus on recruiting Black members. The group also said it was placing restrictions on the gifts its voters can accept, and hiring a chief diversity equity and inclusion officer.<br />
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Neon has joined a growing number of studios that have said that they won`t participate in HFPA-sponsored press events. Amazon, WarnerMedia and Netflix are among the major companies that have said they will boycott the Globes.<br />
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They join a group of more than 100 high-profile publicity firms, including Rogers and Cowan/PMK, Narrative, ID-PR, The Lede, Viewpoint and 42 West, which have said that their clients will not participate in HFPA events until the organisation commits towards more meaningful changes.<br />
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On Monday, announcing that it will not air the Globes in 2022, NBC said, "We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to meaningful reform. However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right."&nbsp;</p>


American film production and distribution company Neon has become the latest addition to the growing list of companies boycotting the Golden Globes. .The indie studio behind `Parasite` and `I, Tonya` minced no words about what it sees as The Hollywood Foreign Press Association`s failures to enact meaningful reforms in the wake of a report that revealed that the group had no Black members, reported Variety.

American film production and distribution company Neon has become the latest addition to the growing list of companies boycotting the Golden Globes. .The indie studio behind `Parasite` and `I, Tonya` minced no words about what it sees as The Hollywood Foreign Press Association`s failures to enact meaningful reforms in the wake of a report that revealed that the group had no Black members, reported Variety. The story also documented a history of ethical lapses by the organisation`s roughly 90 members, which included accepting gifts and junket travel from studios, and its questionable payment of members to sit on committees. A spokesperson for Neon told Variety, "We will not participate in anything related to the HFPA until they reform the organization to reflect they are living in the 21st century." In response, the HFPA approved a set of measures that it stated will increase the diversity of its organisation, such as admitting 20 new members in 2021, with a specific focus on recruiting Black members. The group also said it was placing restrictions on the gifts its voters can accept, and hiring a chief diversity equity and inclusion officer. Neon has joined a growing number of studios that have said that they won`t participate in HFPA-sponsored press events. Amazon, WarnerMedia and Netflix are among the major companies that have said they will boycott the Globes. They join a group of more than 100 high-profile publicity firms, including Rogers and Cowan/PMK, Narrative, ID-PR, The Lede, Viewpoint and 42 West, which have said that their clients will not participate in HFPA events until the organisation commits towards more meaningful changes. On Monday, announcing that it will not air the Globes in 2022, NBC said, "We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to meaningful reform. However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right."

'Parasite' producer Neon boycotting Golden Globes until reforms by HFPA reflect

<p>After NBC decided to not air the Golden Globes 2022, the HFPA under criticism, has given a statement. They issued a statement suggesting it will proceed with efforts to reform itself throughout the coming year, even including a timeline with bullet points of specific agenda items and goals.</p>

<p>Golden Globes came under attack after it was revealed that HFPA, the organisation that is behind the awards, counted zero Black journalists among its 87 members, among other demographic and ethics concerns. Time’s Up quickly launched a pressure campaign, which was amplified by numerous Hollywood A-listers via social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The HFPA acknowledged that it needed to change in a written statement:&nbsp;</p>

<p>Regardless of the next air date of the Golden Globes, implementing transformational changes as quickly — and as thoughtfully — as possible remains the top priority for our organization.</p>

<p>We invite our partners in the industry to the table to work with us on the systemic reform that is long overdue, both in our organization as well as within the industry at large.</p>


After NBC decided to not air the Golden Globes 2022, the HFPA under criticism, has given a statement. They issued a statement suggesting it will proceed with efforts to reform itself throughout the coming year, even including a timeline with bullet points of specific agenda items and goals.

After NBC decided to not air the Golden Globes 2022, the HFPA under criticism, has given a statement. They issued a statement suggesting it will proceed with efforts to reform itself throughout the coming year, even including a timeline with bullet points of specific agenda items and goals. Golden Globes came under attack after it was revealed that HFPA, the organisation that is behind the awards, counted zero Black journalists among its 87 members, among other demographic and ethics concerns. Time’s Up quickly launched a pressure campaign, which was amplified by numerous Hollywood A-listers via social media. The HFPA acknowledged that it needed to change in a written statement: Regardless of the next air date of the Golden Globes, implementing transformational changes as quickly — and as thoughtfully — as possible remains the top priority for our organization. We invite our partners in the industry to the table to work with us on the systemic reform that is long overdue, both in our organization as well as within the industry at large.

HFPA responds to NBC dropping 2022 Golden Globes

<p>The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) which is the organization behind the Golden Globes is again facing major backlash following their lack of diversity and ethical issues after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community.&nbsp;<br />
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Few days back, The organization announced a<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/golden-globes-organisers-approve-changes-on-diversity-ethics-383386"> reform plan</a>, but still many prominent people in the industry including <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mark-ruffalo-netflixs-ted-sarandos-calls-out-hfpa-following-new-plans-383634">Netflix co-CEO, Ted Sarandos, Mark Ruffalo</a> have expressed concern with the proposed changes.<br />
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Now joining the outcry, Scarlett Johansson is calling out the organization in response to the ongoing controversy. By condemning the “sexist questions and remarks” made by members of the HFPA and urged people in the industry to “step back” from the organization.<br />
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“As an actor promoting a film, one is expected to participate in awards season by attending press conferences as well as awards shows, the actress said in a statement to Variety. “In the past, this has often meant facing sexist questions and remarks by certain HFPA members that bordered on sexual harassment. It is the exact reason why I, for many years, refused to participate in their conferences,”<br />
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“The HFPA is an organization that was legitimized by the likes of Harvey Weinstein to amass momentum for Academy recognition, and the industry followed suit,” she added. “Unless there is necessary fundamental reform within the organization, I believe it is time that we take a step back from the HFPA and focus on the importance and strength of unity within our unions and the industry as a whole.”<br />
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Scarlett has been nominated for five Golden Globes during her career.<br />
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This all comes after Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos spoke out and said the studio would not be working with the group until the matter is solved and the group tackles “crucial issues” and following it Amazon Studios, GLAAD, The Black Journalists Assn., Time’s Up and many Hollywood big publicists also have publicly denounced the HFPA’s actions.<br />
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The HFPA first came under fire in February after a LA Times investigation revealed that they had not had a single Black member in their ranks in over two decades.</p>


The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) which is the organization behind the Golden Globes is again facing major backlash following their lack of diversity and ethical issues after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) which is the organization behind the Golden Globes is again facing major backlash following their lack of diversity and ethical issues after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community. Few days back, The organization announced a reform plan, but still many prominent people in the industry including Netflix co-CEO, Ted Sarandos, Mark Ruffalo have expressed concern with the proposed changes. Now joining the outcry, Scarlett Johansson is calling out the organization in response to the ongoing controversy. By condemning the “sexist questions and remarks” made by members of the HFPA and urged people in the industry to “step back” from the organization. “As an actor promoting a film, one is expected to participate in awards season by attending press conferences as well as awards shows, the actress said in a statement to Variety. “In the past, this has often meant facing sexist questions and remarks by certain HFPA members that bordered on sexual harassment. It is the exact reason why I, for many years, refused to participate in their conferences,” “The HFPA is an organization that was legitimized by the likes of Harvey Weinstein to amass momentum for Academy recognition, and the industry followed suit,” she added. “Unless there is necessary fundamental reform within the organization, I believe it is time that we take a step back from the HFPA and focus on the importance and strength of unity within our unions and the industry as a whole.” Scarlett has been nominated for five Golden Globes during her career. This all comes after Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos spoke out and said the studio would not be working with the group until the matter is solved and the group tackles “crucial issues” and following it Amazon Studios, GLAAD, The Black Journalists Assn., Time’s Up and many Hollywood big publicists also have publicly denounced the HFPA’s actions. The HFPA first came under fire in February after a LA Times investigation revealed that they had not had a single Black member in their ranks in over two decades.

Scarlett Johansson calls out HFPA, urges industry to ‘step back’ from the association

<p>Responding to the&nbsp;racial&nbsp;diversity&nbsp;controversy, HFPA unveils plans for reforming the organization.&nbsp;Meanwhile,&nbsp;Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas will announce the 93rd Annual Academy Awards nominations this year.</p>

<p>Here are the top Hollywood stories of the day:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>HFPA unveils plans for reforming organization in the wake of the racial diversity issue</strong><br />
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In response to the controversy around The Hollywood Foreign Press Association not having a single Black person on board for voting for Golden Globes awards, the organisation has now issued a statement about its future plans. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-hfpa-unveils-plans-for-reforming-organization-in-the-wake-of-racial-diversity-issue-369549">Read more</a></p>

<p><strong>Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas to announce Oscars 2021 nominations</strong><br />
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas will announce the 93rd Annual Academy Awards nominations this year. The couple will read the 23 categories in a two-part live presentation on March 15. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/priyanka-chopra-and-nick-jonas-to-announce-oscars-2021-nominations-369691">Read more.</a><br />
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<strong>Steven Spielberg ropes in four-time Oscar nominee Michelle Williams for his next drama flick</strong><br />
Ace filmmaker Steven Spielberg has roped in four-time Oscar nominee Michell Williams in his next drama film. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-steven-spielberg-ropes-in-four-time-oscar-nominee-michelle-williams-for-his-next-drama-flick-369560">Read more.</a><br />
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<strong>Grammys 2021: How to watch, who is performing and everything we know of the music awards night</strong><br />
With barely a handful of days left for this year’s Grammy Awards, here’s taking account of all things we know so far about the world’s first music awards night of the year.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/grammys-2021-how-to-watch-who-is-performing-and-everything-we-know-of-the-music-awards-night-369574"> Read more.</a><br />
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<strong>All we know so far about Lady Gaga and Adam Driver's film on Gucci family</strong><br />
After stunning us with her performance in ‘A Star is Born’ with Bradley Cooper as a rising singing talent, Lady Gaga, the popstar cum actor is now featuring in ‘House of Gucci’ film opposite Oscar-nominated actor Adam Driver. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-all-we-know-so-far-about-lady-gaga-and-adam-drivers-film-on-gucci-family-369666">Read more.</a></p>


Responding to the racial diversity controversy, HFPA unveils plans for reforming the organization. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas will announce the 93rd Annual Academy Awards nominations this year.

Responding to the racial diversity controversy, HFPA unveils plans for reforming the organization. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas will announce the 93rd Annual Academy Awards nominations this year. Here are the top Hollywood stories of the day: HFPA unveils plans for reforming organization in the wake of the racial diversity issue In response to the controversy around The Hollywood Foreign Press Association not having a single Black person on board for voting for Golden Globes awards, the organisation has now issued a statement about its future plans. Read more Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas to announce Oscars 2021 nominations Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas will announce the 93rd Annual Academy Awards nominations this year. The couple will read the 23 categories in a two-part live presentation on March 15. Read more. Steven Spielberg ropes in four-time Oscar nominee Michelle Williams for his next drama flick Ace filmmaker Steven Spielberg has roped in four-time Oscar nominee Michell Williams in his next drama film. Read more. Grammys 2021: How to watch, who is performing and everything we know of the music awards night With barely a handful of days left for this year’s Grammy Awards, here’s taking account of all things we know so far about the world’s first music awards night of the year. Read more. All we know so far about Lady Gaga and Adam Driver's film on Gucci family After stunning us with her performance in ‘A Star is Born’ with Bradley Cooper as a rising singing talent, Lady Gaga, the popstar cum actor is now featuring in ‘House of Gucci’ film opposite Oscar-nominated actor Adam Driver. Read more.

Top 5 Hollywood news today: HFPA new diversity plans, Priyanka-Nick to announce Oscars noms

<p>The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) faced major backlash at Golden Globes over their lack of diversity, ethical issues&nbsp;after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community. The members who vote for the awards, this year did not include any person from the black community.&nbsp;<br />
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Late Saturday evening, a week after the 78th annual Golden Globe ceremony, the HFPA issued a long statement&nbsp;promising “transformational change” and issued a list of action plans to become more equitable and inclusive and to add black members to the organisation.&nbsp;<br />
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The HFPA wrote in the released statement, which was&nbsp;posted on social media, “We at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association are committed to transformational change. Effective immediately, the Board – in consultation with outside advisors – will oversee reforms and be accountable for the change,”&nbsp;<br />
<br />
In the released statement, in which they detailed that the organizations would be hiring an independent diversity and equity expert who will consult on membership policies, ''Hiring an independent expert in organizational diversity, equity and inclusion to advise and guide us. Among other important tasks, this expert will audit our bylaws and membership requirements to help us guard against any exclusionary practices and achieve a more diverse membership,”&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Some initial steps that will be taken to increase transparency within its organization, The organisation also announced that it will support underrepresented students interested in international journalism.<br />
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"These are the initial steps we will take over the next 60 days and we will carry out further actions based on recommendations that come from these initial reviews and assessments,” the statement added.<br />
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Read the full statement below:&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Time’s Up president and CEO Tina Tchen reacted on the HFPA's statement and said that the right words are not enough. The clock is ticking.</p>

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“So NBCUniversal, Dick Clark Productions, and the HFPA just declared that they have a plan to fix problems they’ve ignored for decades. We’re not so sure. On behalf of the many artists who look to us to hold the HFPA’s feet to the fire on the racism, disrespect, misogyny, and alleged corrupt financial dealings of the Golden Globes, we need to see specific details, timetables for change, and firm commitments. The right words are not enough. The clock is ticking.”</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood/news-hfpa-member-on-diversity-issue-having-a-black-member-was-not-really-anything-we-focused-on-367669" hreflang="en">HFPA member on diversity issue: Having a Black member was not really anything we focused on</a></p>

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<p>A number of Hollywood figures from Ellen Pompeo, Ava DuVernay and Golden Globe host Tina Fey and Amy Poehler and big winner of the night<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/golden-globe-awards-2021-sacha-baron-cohen-takes-dig-at-hfpa-donald-trump-during-his-acceptance-speech-367066"> Sacha Baron Cohen too criticized the HFPA.&nbsp;</a></p>


The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) faced major backlash at Golden Globes over their lack of diversity, ethical issues after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) faced major backlash at Golden Globes over their lack of diversity, ethical issues after it was revealed that there is not a single black person in the community. The members who vote for the awards, this year did not include any person from the black community. Late Saturday evening, a week after the 78th annual Golden Globe ceremony, the HFPA issued a long statement promising “transformational change” and issued a list of action plans to become more equitable and inclusive and to add black members to the organisation. The HFPA wrote in the released statement, which was posted on social media, “We at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association are committed to transformational change. Effective immediately, the Board – in consultation with outside advisors – will oversee reforms and be accountable for the change,” In the released statement, in which they detailed that the organizations would be hiring an independent diversity and equity expert who will consult on membership policies, ''Hiring an independent expert in organizational diversity, equity and inclusion to advise and guide us. Among other important tasks, this expert will audit our bylaws and membership requirements to help us guard against any exclusionary practices and achieve a more diverse membership,” Some initial steps that will be taken to increase transparency within its organization, The organisation also announced that it will support underrepresented students interested in international journalism. "These are the initial steps we will take over the next 60 days and we will carry out further actions based on recommendations that come from these initial reviews and assessments,” the statement added. Read the full statement below: A statement from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA). pic.twitter.com/R81QjEMgK5 — Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) March 7, 2021 × Time’s Up president and CEO Tina Tchen reacted on the HFPA's statement and said that the right words are not enough. The clock is ticking. From 'flashy garbage' to Daniel Kaluuya's mute speech: 8 standout moments from Golden Globe 2021 “So NBCUniversal, Dick Clark Productions, and the HFPA just declared that they have a plan to fix problems they’ve ignored for decades. We’re not so sure. On behalf of the many artists who look to us to hold the HFPA’s feet to the fire on the racism, disrespect, misogyny, and alleged corrupt financial dealings of the Golden Globes, we need to see specific details, timetables for change, and firm commitments. The right words are not enough. The clock is ticking.” HFPA member on diversity issue: Having a Black member was not really anything we focused on #TIMESUPGLOBES pic.twitter.com/ELfDFwMUVQ — TIME'S UP (@TIMESUPNOW) March 7, 2021 × A number of Hollywood figures from Ellen Pompeo, Ava DuVernay and Golden Globe host Tina Fey and Amy Poehler and big winner of the night Sacha Baron Cohen too criticized the HFPA.

HFPA promises 'transformational change' following diversify controversy

<p>It was something that HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) has never focused on, admitted an HFPA member on the issue of Black representation on the board that votes for Golden Globes annually. In an interview with morning show Today Australia, HFPA member Jenny Cooney was asked about the controversy to which she said, "I think for the HFPA, we’ve always considered ourselves such a culturally diverse group. I think 35% of our members are non-European, from everywhere from North Africa, Philippines, Bangladesh, Japan.”</p>

<p>"So the fact that there was not a Black member was not really anything we focused on because we were accepting and welcoming everybody from around the world that was based in LA&nbsp;that wrote for foreign publications, that was just our criteria."</p>

<p>"The fact that there were no Black members we didn’t really consider a problem, and now, of course, we realize that we should have been much more proactive about really going out of our way to recruit and work with the media, the journalists, the foreign press, everywhere," the HFPA member continued.</p>

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<p>When asked if she didn’t think this representation is necessary, Jenny Cooney replied, "I'm surrounded by people of all colors in the HFPA. I always thought diversity was more about not skin color but about nationalities and where people came from."</p>

<p>She added that since the journalists were writing for specifically foreign publications, she didn't understand that, "we had to go and find a Black person. It sounded very strange."</p>

<p>The controversy gained steam after the recently-held <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/golden-globes">Golden Globes</a> 2021 ceremony as celebrities slammed HFPA for not having enough representation of Black members.&nbsp;</p>

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It was something that HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) has never focused on, admitted an HFPA member on the issue of Black representation on the board that votes for Golden Globes annually.

It was something that HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) has never focused on, admitted an HFPA member on the issue of Black representation on the board that votes for Golden Globes annually. In an interview with morning show Today Australia, HFPA member Jenny Cooney was asked about the controversy to which she said, "I think for the HFPA, we’ve always considered ourselves such a culturally diverse group. I think 35% of our members are non-European, from everywhere from North Africa, Philippines, Bangladesh, Japan.” "So the fact that there was not a Black member was not really anything we focused on because we were accepting and welcoming everybody from around the world that was based in LA that wrote for foreign publications, that was just our criteria." "The fact that there were no Black members we didn’t really consider a problem, and now, of course, we realize that we should have been much more proactive about really going out of our way to recruit and work with the media, the journalists, the foreign press, everywhere," the HFPA member continued. TV audience for virtual Golden Globes show appears to have fallen sharply When asked if she didn’t think this representation is necessary, Jenny Cooney replied, "I'm surrounded by people of all colors in the HFPA. I always thought diversity was more about not skin color but about nationalities and where people came from." She added that since the journalists were writing for specifically foreign publications, she didn't understand that, "we had to go and find a Black person. It sounded very strange." The controversy gained steam after the recently-held Golden Globes 2021 ceremony as celebrities slammed HFPA for not having enough representation of Black members. It's confirmed! 2021 Emmy Awards to air in September

HFPA member on diversity issue: Having a Black member was not really anything we focused on

<p>As Sacha Baron Cohen picked up the best actor in a motion picture (musical or comdey) award on Sunday at the Golden Globe awards, the actor called the former US President Donald Trump in his acceptance speech.&nbsp;<br />
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"Donald Trump is contesting the result," joked the actor, who won for 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'. "He's claiming that a lot of dead people voted, which is a very rude thing to say about the HFPA." HFPA had been called out for not having a single Black member in its 87 member voting team in the days that lead to the award.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globe-awards-2021-complete-list-of-winners-366951" hreflang="en">Golden Globe Awards 2021: Complete list of winners</a></p>

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<p>Cohen won two awards-best actor and best film (musical or comedy) for 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'.</p>

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<p>In his best picture acceptance speech, Cohen thanked the "all-white" Hollywood Foreign Press Association and Rudy Giuliani, who makes a memorable appearance in his film. "Who could get more laughs out of one unzipping? Just incredible. Our movie was just the beginning for him. Rudy went on to star in a string of comedy films, hits like 'Four Seasons Landscaping', 'Hair Dye Another Day' and the courtroom drama 'A Very Public Fart'."</p>

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<p>Borat also thanked his team and mentioned how the team put their safety on the line amid the pandemic in order to get the politically charged film out ahead of the 2020 presidential election.&nbsp;</p>

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The virtual ceremony saw Cohen giving his winning speech from his home with his wife, Isla Fisher seated next tom him- laughing out loud as her husband took sly jabs at Trump, Giuliani and HFPA.&nbsp;</p>


As Sacha Baron Cohen picked up the best actor in a motion picture (musical or comdey) award on Sunday at the Golden Globe awards, the actor called the former US President Donald Trump in his acceptance speech.

As Sacha Baron Cohen picked up the best actor in a motion picture (musical or comdey) award on Sunday at the Golden Globe awards, the actor called the former US President Donald Trump in his acceptance speech. "Donald Trump is contesting the result," joked the actor, who won for 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'. "He's claiming that a lot of dead people voted, which is a very rude thing to say about the HFPA." HFPA had been called out for not having a single Black member in its 87 member voting team in the days that lead to the award. Golden Globe Awards 2021: Complete list of winners Congratulations to @SachaBaronCohen for winning Best Actor in a Motion Picture at the #GoldenGlobes!pic.twitter.com/fzbnKc7sOS — Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) March 1, 2021 × Cohen won two awards-best actor and best film (musical or comedy) for 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'. Golden Globes 2021: Technical glitches, diversity problem and 'hasty' solutions In his best picture acceptance speech, Cohen thanked the "all-white" Hollywood Foreign Press Association and Rudy Giuliani, who makes a memorable appearance in his film. "Who could get more laughs out of one unzipping? Just incredible. Our movie was just the beginning for him. Rudy went on to star in a string of comedy films, hits like 'Four Seasons Landscaping', 'Hair Dye Another Day' and the courtroom drama 'A Very Public Fart'." Congratulations to @SachaBaronCohen for winning Best Actor in a Motion Picture at the #GoldenGlobes!pic.twitter.com/fzbnKc7sOS — Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) March 1, 2021 × Borat also thanked his team and mentioned how the team put their safety on the line amid the pandemic in order to get the politically charged film out ahead of the 2020 presidential election. Chadwick Boseman wins his first Golden Globe award posthumously The virtual ceremony saw Cohen giving his winning speech from his home with his wife, Isla Fisher seated next tom him- laughing out loud as her husband took sly jabs at Trump, Giuliani and HFPA.

Golden Globe Awards 2021: Sacha Baron Cohen takes dig at HFPA, Donald Trump during his acceptance speech

<p>Hollywood’s awards season kicked off with the <strong>Golden Globes 2021</strong> albeit a little dulled down amid the coronavirus pandemic as the first awards of the year were held virtually with most celebrities tuning in from their homes. While the awards were celebrated with an outpour of love and support by fans and fellow celebrities for the winners of the Golden Globes awards, however, many have slammed the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for the lack of diversity in people who are a part of the voting members. There are zero Black voters among the HFPA members for this award and the Hollywood stars are not taking this lightly.</p>

<p>Currently, there are 87 journalists who vote for the Golden Globes and not one of them is Black. The organization already released a statement and said that they are committed to bringing in Black members and members from other underrepresented backgrounds.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/Golden-Globes-2021-Technical-glitches-golden-globes-2021-chadwick-boseman-chloe-zhao-nomadland-the-crown-technical-glitches-diversity-problem-and-hasty-solutions-367013">Golden Globes 2021: Technical glitches, diversity problem and 'hasty' solution</a></p>

<p>The first to point this out was Time’s Up official Twitter account that tweeted out the image seen here and wrote, “A cosmetic fix isn’t enough. #TIMESUPGlobes #TIMESUP”</p>

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<p>Soon after, Hollywood stars shared the same message and asked for a change. Those to share their support for this are Ava DuVernay, Amy Schumer, Sterling K. Brown, Shonda Rhimes, Judd Apatow, Kerry Washington, Olivia Wilde, Dakota Johnson, and many others.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globe-awards-2021-complete-list-of-winners-366951">See full list of Golden Globe Awards 2021 winners here.</a></p>

<p>Sterling K Brown who was a presenter at this year’s Golden Globes award shared a lengthy statement: “To be nominated for a Golden Globe is a tremendous honor. To win one is a dream come true. It can affect the trajectory of an individual’s career…it certainly has with mine,” Sterling said. “I’m presenting at the telecast this weekend to honor all the story tellers, especially those of color, who have achieved this extraordinary moment in their careers…AND I have my criticisms of the #HFPA.”</p>

<p>He continued, “87 people wield a tremendous amount of power. For any governing body of a current Hollywood award show to have such a lack of voting representation illustrates a level of irresponsibility that should not be ignored. With the power you have HFPA, you simultaneously hold a responsibility to ensure your constituency is fully reflective of the world in which we live. When you know better, you must do better. And having a multitude of Black presenters does not absolve you of your lack of diversity. This is your moment to do the right thing. It is my hope that you will.”</p>

<p>Jennifer Aniston shared an Instagram story stating not a single Black member out of 87.</p>

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<p>Ava DuVernay wrote: "Old news. New energy."</p>

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<p>Olivia Wilde tweeted, "I support and congratulate all the nominees, but the HFPA needs to change in meaningful ways. Cosmetic fixes are not enough. "</p>

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<p>Viola Davis wrote, "Telling the world you're trying is not doing." ~Shannon L. Adler. The journey of a Black artist is littered with obstacles in creating, developing and being acknowledged for our work. If we continue to keep silent, the younger generation of artists will have the exact same load to carry. No more excuses. #TIMESUPGlobes #TIMESUP"</p>

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<p>Amy Schumer and Mark Ruffalo also tweeted the original tweet by Time's Up.&nbsp; Meanwhile, Lupita Nyongo shared: "A fact worth noting."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A cosmetic fix isn’t enough <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TimesUpGlobes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TimesUpGlobes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoldenGlobes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoldenGlobes</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZqJbP65qTW">pic.twitter.com/ZqJbP65qTW</a></p>
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Hollywood’s awards season kicked off with the Golden Globes 2021 albeit a little dulled down amid the coronavirus pandemic as the first awards of the year were held virtually with most celebrities tuning in from their homes.

Hollywood’s awards season kicked off with the Golden Globes 2021 albeit a little dulled down amid the coronavirus pandemic as the first awards of the year were held virtually with most celebrities tuning in from their homes. While the awards were celebrated with an outpour of love and support by fans and fellow celebrities for the winners of the Golden Globes awards, however, many have slammed the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for the lack of diversity in people who are a part of the voting members. There are zero Black voters among the HFPA members for this award and the Hollywood stars are not taking this lightly. Currently, there are 87 journalists who vote for the Golden Globes and not one of them is Black. The organization already released a statement and said that they are committed to bringing in Black members and members from other underrepresented backgrounds. Golden Globes 2021: Technical glitches, diversity problem and 'hasty' solution The first to point this out was Time’s Up official Twitter account that tweeted out the image seen here and wrote, “A cosmetic fix isn’t enough. #TIMESUPGlobes #TIMESUP” Check it out: A cosmetic fix isn’t enough. #TIMESUPGlobes #TIMESUP pic.twitter.com/L9tzILjt3i — TIME'S UP (@TIMESUPNOW) February 26, 2021 × Soon after, Hollywood stars shared the same message and asked for a change. Those to share their support for this are Ava DuVernay, Amy Schumer, Sterling K. Brown, Shonda Rhimes, Judd Apatow, Kerry Washington, Olivia Wilde, Dakota Johnson, and many others. See full list of Golden Globe Awards 2021 winners here. Sterling K Brown who was a presenter at this year’s Golden Globes award shared a lengthy statement: “To be nominated for a Golden Globe is a tremendous honor. To win one is a dream come true. It can affect the trajectory of an individual’s career…it certainly has with mine,” Sterling said. “I’m presenting at the telecast this weekend to honor all the story tellers, especially those of color, who have achieved this extraordinary moment in their careers…AND I have my criticisms of the #HFPA.” He continued, “87 people wield a tremendous amount of power. For any governing body of a current Hollywood award show to have such a lack of voting representation illustrates a level of irresponsibility that should not be ignored. With the power you have HFPA, you simultaneously hold a responsibility to ensure your constituency is fully reflective of the world in which we live. When you know better, you must do better. And having a multitude of Black presenters does not absolve you of your lack of diversity. This is your moment to do the right thing. It is my hope that you will.” Jennifer Aniston shared an Instagram story stating not a single Black member out of 87. Ava DuVernay wrote: "Old news. New energy." Old news. New energy. #TimesUpGlobes pic.twitter.com/AzJhTA42W8 — Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 26, 2021 × Olivia Wilde tweeted, "I support and congratulate all the nominees, but the HFPA needs to change in meaningful ways. Cosmetic fixes are not enough. " #TimesUpGlobes pic.twitter.com/skMT4bKzkx — olivia wilde (@oliviawilde) February 27, 2021 × Viola Davis wrote, "Telling the world you're trying is not doing." ~Shannon L. Adler. The journey of a Black artist is littered with obstacles in creating, developing and being acknowledged for our work. If we continue to keep silent, the younger generation of artists will have the exact same load to carry. No more excuses. #TIMESUPGlobes #TIMESUP" View this post on Instagram A post shared by VIOLA DAVIS (@violadavis) × Amy Schumer and Mark Ruffalo also tweeted the original tweet by Time's Up. Meanwhile, Lupita Nyongo shared: "A fact worth noting." A cosmetic fix isn’t enough #TimesUpGlobes #GoldenGlobes pic.twitter.com/ZqJbP65qTW — Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) February 28, 2021 ×

Golden Globes 2021: Celebs slam Hollywood Foreign Press Association for having zero Black voters

<p>A day before the big night Ellen Pompeo is calling out Golden Globes for its lack of diversity in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s ranks.<br />
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The 'Grays Anatomy' actress penned an open letter to 'White Hollywood', by telling them to resolve the&nbsp;diversity problem in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.</p>

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By sharing a lengthy message on her Instagram account, she wrote, '' I think we can all agree that the Golden Globe Award the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has a membership equity issue that is unacceptable. This is a very solvable problem. This is Hollywood, we are master problem solver''. she wrote.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“I might kindly ask, all my white colleagues on this business, a business that we love and has granted us huge privilege…. to tug up, present up and get this challenge resolved,” she wrote within the letter. “Let’s present our black colleagues that we care and are prepared to do the work to proper the wrongs we have now created. Now just isn’t a time to be silent. We have actual motion merchandise right here let’s get it accomplished.” With love and respect, Ellen Pompeo wrote.</p>

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Before Ellen, many Hollywood celebrities including Sterling K. Brown, Kerry Washington, Jurnee Smollett, Amy Schumer and Dakota Johnson have <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-calls-out-golden-globes-after-hfpa-vows-to-bring-in-black-members-366638">called out HFPA for lack of Black members.</a> The Hollywood celebs are sharing a Times Up post that was posted calling out the diversity.&nbsp;The post includes&nbsp;a cracked Golden Globe trophy and reads, "Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Not a single Black member out of 87".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the big night, the association released a statement, "We are fully committed to ensuring our membership is reflective of the communities around the world who love film, TV and the artists inspiring and educating them," the statement read. "We understand that we need to bring in Black members, as well as members from other underrepresented backgrounds, and we will immediately work to implement an action plan to achieve these goals as soon as possible."</p>


A day before the big night Ellen Pompeo is calling out Golden Globes for its lack of diversity in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s ranks. The 'Grays Anatomy' actress penned an open letter to 'White Hollywood', by telling them to resolve the diversity problem in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

A day before the big night Ellen Pompeo is calling out Golden Globes for its lack of diversity in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s ranks. The 'Grays Anatomy' actress penned an open letter to 'White Hollywood', by telling them to resolve the diversity problem in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Golden Globe Awards 2021: Everything to know about the big event By sharing a lengthy message on her Instagram account, she wrote, '' I think we can all agree that the Golden Globe Award the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has a membership equity issue that is unacceptable. This is a very solvable problem. This is Hollywood, we are master problem solver''. she wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ellen Pompeo (@ellenpompeo) × “I might kindly ask, all my white colleagues on this business, a business that we love and has granted us huge privilege…. to tug up, present up and get this challenge resolved,” she wrote within the letter. “Let’s present our black colleagues that we care and are prepared to do the work to proper the wrongs we have now created. Now just isn’t a time to be silent. We have actual motion merchandise right here let’s get it accomplished.” With love and respect, Ellen Pompeo wrote. Golden Globes: A look at some memorable moments from previous award ceremonies Before Ellen, many Hollywood celebrities including Sterling K. Brown, Kerry Washington, Jurnee Smollett, Amy Schumer and Dakota Johnson have called out HFPA for lack of Black members. The Hollywood celebs are sharing a Times Up post that was posted calling out the diversity. The post includes a cracked Golden Globe trophy and reads, "Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Not a single Black member out of 87". Ahead of the big night, the association released a statement, "We are fully committed to ensuring our membership is reflective of the communities around the world who love film, TV and the artists inspiring and educating them," the statement read. "We understand that we need to bring in Black members, as well as members from other underrepresented backgrounds, and we will immediately work to implement an action plan to achieve these goals as soon as possible."

Ellen Pompeo calls out HFPA diversity problem, pens open letter to ‘White Hollywood’