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Doug Ellin Condemns Betr Ad as 'Theft' of Entourage Legacy

Entourage creator Doug Ellin publicly denounced a new sports betting ad featuring Jeremy Piven and Adrian Grenier, calling it a 'cheap, shitty imitation' of the HBO series. The commercial, created for Betr 2.0, reuniting the actors in a style mimicking their 2000s characters, sparked outrage from Ellin, who claimed he was not involved. While Betr defended the spot as a successful cultural moment with high engagement, Ellin criticized the lack of credit for the show's writers and accused Piven of returning to the brand solely for financial gain.

via A.V. Club|

#adrian-grenier #betr #doug-ellin

entertainment1 month ago•11 min saved

Doug Ellin Condemns Betr Ad as 'Theft' of Entourage Legacy

Entourage creator Doug Ellin has publicly denounced a new commercial for the gambling app Betr, which reunites Jeremy Piven and Adrian Grenier. Ellin called the spot a 'cheap, shitty imitation' that exploits the show's legacy without crediting the writers. While the ad generated nearly 10 million views, Ellin expressed deep disgust, claiming the performance mimics the characters Ari Gold and Vincent Chase without authorization. The controversy highlights a rift between the original creators and the actors, with Ellin accusing Piven of returning to the role solely for financial gain.

via Variety|

#adrian-grenier #betr #doug-ellin

entertainment1 month ago•39 min saved

Ellin Denies Mazar's 'Toxic' Set Claims, Citing Cast Camaraderie

Doug Ellin, creator of HBO's 'Entourage,' has publicly rejected actress Debi Mazar's allegations that the show's set was toxic and misogynistic. Mazar claimed the atmosphere deteriorated after her second childbirth, while Ellin insists the cast remained friendly and he never discussed her body.

via BuzzFeed|

#debi-mazar #doug-ellin #entertainment

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Ellin Denies Body Shaming in Response to Mazar's 'Toxic' Set Accusations

Creator Doug Ellin publicly rejected Debi Mazar's recent claims that the 'Entourage' set was toxic and misogynistic. Mazar alleged in a Sunday Times interview that the atmosphere became hostile after she returned from maternity leave, citing comments about her weight. Ellin responded on social media, calling the accusations 'disgusting' and asserting he never discussed Mazar's body. He acknowledged past comments regarding co-stars Adrian Grenier and Jerry Ferrara but maintained that Mazar was cast for talent, not looks. The dispute highlights a disagreement over the show's workplace culture during its eight-season run on HBO.

via Fox News|

#debi-mazar #doug-ellin #entertainment

entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Ellin Denies Mazar's 'Toxic' Set Claims, Cites Own Regret Over Ferrara's Weight

Creator Doug Ellin rejected Debi Mazar's recent claims that the 'Entourage' set was 'toxic' and fat-shamed her after her second child's birth in 2006. Ellin stated he never discussed Mazar's body, though he admitted regret for previously requesting co-star Jerry Ferrara to gain weight. Mazar described the Season 3 environment as 'testosterone-fueled' and misogynistic, while Ellin emphasized his support for pregnant women.

via Page Six|

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entertainment1 month ago•11 min saved

Debi Mazar Recalls 'Toxic' Entourage Set After Second Child; Creator Doug Ellin Denies Body Comments

Debi Mazar has revealed that the set of HBO's 'Entourage' became 'toxic' and 'testosterone-fueled' after she gave birth to her second child in March 2006. In an interview with The Times U.K., Mazar stated that crew members disliked her weight gain, though she noted she eventually lost the weight. She described the environment as misogynistic but maintained her professionalism. Creator Doug Ellin responded on X, calling the claims 'disgusting' and denying any discussion of her body, asserting he would have embraced any pregnant woman. Mazar, who played press agent Shauna Roberts from 2004 to 2011, previously criticized the show's culture in 2020. The series ran for eight seasons and won six Emmys.

via Variety|

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Doug Ellin Denies Body-Shaming Claims by Debi Mazar, Calls Accusations 'Disgusting'

Entourage creator Doug Ellin has publicly rejected allegations from actress Debi Mazar that the show’s set was toxic and focused on her body weight. Mazar previously claimed that the environment became hostile after she gave birth to her second child in 2006, stating that coworkers disliked her weight gain. Ellin responded via social media, asserting that he and others never discussed Mazar’s body and that he would have supported any woman who became pregnant. He admitted to making comments about other cast members’ physiques but expressed regret regarding the impact on actor Jerry Ferrara. Mazar has not yet responded to Ellin’s rebuttal.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#debi-mazar #doug-ellin #entourage

entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Mazar Calls 'Entourage' Set 'Toxic' After Maternity Leave; Creator Denies Body Shaming

Debi Mazar alleges the 'Entourage' set became hostile after her second child's birth, citing body-shaming and a 'testosterone-fueled' environment. Creator Doug Ellin denied the claims, stating he never discussed her body. Mazar noted the first season was enjoyable but later seasons were difficult, while maintaining professionalism.

via Page Six|

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Debi Mazar Accuses 'Entourage' of Toxic Workplace Culture After Maternity Leave

Debi Mazar has publicly alleged that the set of the HBO series 'Entourage' became hostile and 'toxic' following the birth of her second child. In an interview with The Times U.K., the actress claimed that staff members criticized her weight gain, describing the environment as 'testosterone-fueled' during the show's third season. While Mazar noted that the initial seasons were enjoyable, she stated that her outspokenness regarding the discomfort she faced led to a deteriorating atmosphere. The series creator, Doug Ellin, has responded by calling the accusations 'disgusting' and denying any discussion of her body. Mazar, who played publicist Shauna Roberts from 2004 to 2011, emphasized that she remained professional throughout her tenure despite the alleged mistreatment.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#debi-mazar #doug-ellin #entertainment