Netflix backs Dave Chappelle despite criticism over trans remarks

Netflix has backed comedian Dave Chappelle after criticism of his comments concerning transgender people (Owen Sweeney/AP)

A top Netflix executive has said Dave Chappelle’s special The Closer does not cross “the line on hate” and will remain on the streaming service despite fallout over the comedian’s remarks about the transgender community.

In an internal memo, co-CEO Ted Sarandos told managers that “some talent” may join third parties in calling for the show’s removal, adding, “which we are not going to do”.