Jamie Oliver Withdraws Children's Book Amid First Nations Stereotype Backlash
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Jamie Oliver has withdrawn his children's book 'Billy and the Epic Escape' after criticism for stereotyping Indigenous Australians. The book, featuring an Aboriginal girl with mystical powers, was deemed offensive by First Nations leaders for its language errors and portrayal of Indigenous cultures. Oliver apologized, stating it was not his intention to misinterpret the issue. Penguin Random House UK acknowledged an editorial oversight in not consulting Indigenous Australians, leading to the book's global withdrawal.
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- Jamie Oliver: Children's book cut over First Nations portrayal BBC.com
- Jamie Oliver pulls children’s book after outcry from Indigenous Australians Al Jazeera English
- Jamie Oliver apologises after his children’s book is criticised for ‘stereotyping’ First Nations Australians The Guardian
- Jamie Oliver withdraws book that 'offended' First Nation Australians Sky News
- Jamie Oliver’s Children’s Book Withdrawn From Sale After Complaints Of “Damaging Stereotypes” Deadline
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