The queen of Southern comfort food has officially been thrown off her throne, after 11 companies have ended partnerships with or taken a break from Paula Deen amid the controversy surrounding her.
In a brief statement Friday afternoon, Ballantine announced it was canceling its multibook deal with Deen, including publication of her upcoming cookbook, which was scheduled for release in October The news comes as a surprise, as the book was pushed to No. Walgreens said it was phasing out Deen's products and J. Penney, which gave no formal statement, confirmed to NBC News Friday that it would no longer carry Deen-branded merchandise.
Sears Holdings announced Friday morning that it would "phase out all products tied to the [Paula Deen] brand. In fact, the cookbook has already skyrocketed on Amazon. While it's unclear what the nature of the candy company's ties are to Deen, president Larry Szrama issued the following letter of support:.
Your interview this morning reaffirms who you really are and what you believe. We count it a privilege to be your friend and business partner, and look forward to sweet success in the future. The producer of Deen's "Sourthern Grillin' Butter" wrote a statement backing the celebrity chef:. Her appearance on the Today show clearly proved her authentic belief that all people should be treated equal. Paula is due equal treatment as well, as a person that made a mistake, apologized for it and should be allowed to move on.
Actions speak louder than words, let's focus on the good that Paula Deen does for the extended community of loyal followers. The company released a statement that "as an enterprise whose members care deeply about a positive and just workplace," upon reviewing Deen's apology on The Today Show it deemed her initial comments "mischaracterized.
President John Joseph said, "Actions speak louder than words. In our experience with Paula Deen, fairness, equality and compassion are at the root of every decision she makes. That is why we started doing business with Paula Deen Foods and why we remain proud of and committed to our professional affiliation going forward.
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Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. We are very pleased with the interview Paula Deen gave this morning offering her apologies and reaffirming her personal commitment to equality and fairness for all. As an organization we believe that she and her team are on the right track and we look forward to continuing to work together.
Products Sold: Paula Deen Cruises. Statement: A rep told Eater : "Due to the amazing response we've had in the past years from Paula's fans, we are actually planning 2 Paula Deen Cruises for In the 5 years that I have been working with Paula and her staff it has been an amazing journey.
I listen to so many people telling Paula their stories of how she inspired them when they were going through bad times. I had the same experience, so I understand. If Paula goes, we go with her and from what we are hearing, so are her fans. IN, and doubling up. Products Sold: Appearances. She has apologized and we are taking her apology at her word and moving forward accordingly.
This is a nation of forgiveness and second chances. At this time we have no plans to do otherwise. Products Sold: A variety of her products. QVC does not tolerate discriminatory behavior. We are closely monitoring these events and the ongoing litigation. We are reviewing our business relationship with Ms. Deen, and in the meantime, we have no immediate plans to have her appear on QVC. Statement: Marketing and PR Director Devonie Nicholas tells Eater, "Paula and her family are longtime supporters of our Festivals, and this is an unfortunate situation.
Products Sold: Cookbooks. She has a deal for "two cookbooks and three original e-books," one of which, Paula Deen's New Testament yes that's really what it's called , comes out this Fall. Statement: None yet. IN or OUT? Unclear, but if the skyrocketing pre-orders are any indication, we're guessing they're IN. Products Sold: Cookware, mostly.
Statement: A spokesperson tells Eater on Thursday June 27 : " "We have made a decision to phase out the Paula Deen merchandise in our stores as well as on Target.
Products Sold: Four restaurants in different casinos. Caesars operates Paula Deen-themed restaurants at four of its properties. Caesars intends to rebrand the restaurants in the coming months. See below.
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