Ashley Cain says he's 'not proud' of sexist language
Reality star Ashley Cain has apologized for sexist and misogynistic comments he made on social media over a decade ago. The BBC has subsequently canceled his upcoming documentary series and stated they have no future projects planned with him.
Why it matters
This reflects the growing trend of media organizations enforcing strict accountability for the past digital behavior of public figures.
Image source, BBC/True North Image caption, The BBC said it had no plans to broadcast the new series of Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone
The article reports on the controversy and the subject's response without taking a moralizing stance.
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