Daniel Dae Kim called out the “chilling effect” on free speech and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in Hollywood.

In an Associated Press interview conducted in Seoul, South Korea, the Tony nominee was asked if he’s worried about backlash against DEI efforts in the entertainment industry.

“We’re already seeing it,” the Butterfly actor and executive producer said. “If you look at what happened with Paramount and CBS News, we’re seeing a chilling effect on free speech and journalism and DEI. ‘DEI’ is a bad word these days, but to me, DEI’s not a fad. The idea of inclusion is not something that’s a political trend. It’s my life. It’s what I’ve lived every decade I’ve been in this business.”

Kim is referring to the $16 million settlement reached between Paramount and presiden

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