Following a nine-week investigation and cast petition, Albert Alarr, the “Days of Our Lives” co-executive producer, has been replaced.
Due to misconduct allegations, including inappropriate workplace behaviours and bullying claims, the long-running soap opera has appointed coordinating producer, Janet Drucker, to fulfill the role.
Amongst the accusations, Alarr allegedly “forcefully grabbed and kissed a [“Days of Our Lives”] actress without her consent and ran a work environment that one staffer compared to a “frat house.” READ MORE: Lisa Rinna Recounts ‘Disgusting’ Work Environment On ‘Days Of Our Lives’ Set Following News Of Director Albert Alarr’s Misconduct Investigation Upon last month’s conclusion of the investigation, the “Days of Our Lives” production company, Corday Productions, shared a statement with Entertainment Weekly. “After a two-month investigation, the independent investigator produced a report with its findings,” it read. “Based on those findings, Corday Productions has taken a series of actions designed to ensure a safe and respectful work environment.” The production company kept Alarr in his co-executive producer and director roles, penalizing him with a written warning and training on workplace harassment.
The decision left the cast and crew in complete “disappointment and anger,” leading over 25 cast members to sign a petition calling for Alarr’s replacement by a female director as EP, which seemingly influenced Corday’s recent move to out Alarr.
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