Showrunners Apologize After ‘Lost’ Staff Reveal Racist, Toxic Workplace

Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse, the creators of the hit TV show Lost, have apologized after former staff accused them of overseeing a racist and toxic work environment.
Writers and actors described enduring offensive comments, racist jokes, and an environment where they felt ostracized if they didn’t join in.
Actor Harold Perrineau said he was written off the show after raising concerns that the non-white characters were being sidelined in favor of the white characters.
Lindelof admitted that he “failed” to create a “safe” work environment, though he denied some of the specific allegations that were made.
The accusations paint a troubling picture of the culture behind a show that redefined television.