Daly reportedly targeted Robinson Peete in particular, citing reasons such as her being “too expensive” and “too old” as why she “can no longer play major roles.” Also single out mean Girls According to Variety, star Lacey Chabert, the executive reportedly said, “Lacey is growing up and as she gets older, we have to find someone like her to take her place.”

Pete has acted in many films Christmas is evergreen Films as the town’s beloved mayor. Chabert has led a series crossword mystery Movies and other Hallmark features.

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Hallmark stars were singled out, according to age discrimination lawsuit

Penny Perry herself began working with the company in 2015 and eventually rose to the position of SVP of Talent and Casting in 2019. She has been working at Hallmark for nine years and has over 450 casting credits. Her lawsuit further states that she was told “not to cast ‘old people’ in Hallmark roles.” Other names included in the actor list along with Robinson Peete and Chabert are, “Elizabeth Mitchell, Katherine Bell, Alison Sweeney, Autumn Reeser, Kelly Martin [sic]nikki deloach [sic]Rachel Boston, Brennan Elliot, Cameron Mathison, Paul Green and Eric Close (in relation to acting, not directing) and Teri Hatcher [sic],

Hallmark executives accused of disability harassment and unfair termination

Additionally, the veteran casting director specifically filed a lawsuit against Hamilton Daly and other Hallmark executives for wrongfully terminating her employment after she allegedly faced harassment and discrimination based on age. The 79-year-old creative alleged that as soon as he resumed his duties after heart surgery (pacemaker implantation), he was pushed from his seat. He was believed to have been offered a pay cut and fewer benefits, as well as given 48 hours to make a decision. Additionally, citing disability harassment and discrimination, defamation and other claims, Perry claims the defendants lied about her voluntarily leaving her position and declining another job offer within the company.

According to her lawsuit, Daly, who joined Hallmark in 2021, blamed Perry for “being too old to work in her position and made moves to force her out of the company.” He also mentioned Randy Pope, SVP of programming and development, for being “abusive” and “regularly harassing” him.

The company allegedly failed to accommodate his disabilities. Her complaint clearly states that she has previously been treated for breast cancer and is experiencing relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), which affects her day-to-day activities. The 79-year-old woman is legally blind in her left eye. Official filings allege that Perry was excluded from meetings before leaving the company. His casting responsibilities were also handed over to an outside consultant, until the company reportedly fired him and replaced him with a younger man.

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As reported by Fox Business, Perry is seeking a trial by jury and damages for “economic damages” as well as “physical injuries, pain and suffering, mental and emotional trauma and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life’s activities.” Seeks general damages. ,

Hallmark denies allegations + statement from Penny Perry’s lawyers

In response to her lawsuit, a Hallmark Media representative denied the allegations. The statement read, “Lacey and Holly have a home at Hallmark. We generally do not comment on pending litigation. And although we deny these outrageous allegations, we are not going to discuss the employment relationship in the media. Are.”

Meanwhile, Perry’s attorneys, Lisa Sherman and Josh Schein, also issued a statement to Fox News Digital. She commended him for “seeking justice from his former employer” and expressed how grateful he was for the “outpouring of support” he received during a difficult time. “Unfortunately, Hallmark treated an iconic Hollywood veteran this way and we hope this action will lead to change in Hollywood and all working environments. Places of employment must be free from discrimination, intimidation and harassment, ensuring that all people are treated with dignity, respect and fairness,” their statement concluded.