- Share this article on Facebook
- Share this article on Twitter
- Share this article on Flipboard
- Share this article on Email
- Show additional share options
- Share this article on Linkedin
- Share this article on Pinit
- Share this article on Reddit
- Share this article on Tumblr
- Share this article on Whatsapp
- Share this article on Print
- Share this article on Comment
Viacom has reached a settlement with a former VH1 exec who alleged he was racially discriminated against and fired in retaliation for complaining about it, according to a Tuesday court filing.
Kevin Jordan, a former brand creative director for VH1, in May 2019 sued Viacom claiming “white employees with no understanding of VH1’s audience and programming” were hired for positions above him and he was denied staff and resources. Jordan also says he was fired in retaliation three months after complaining to human resources about the discrimination, which left zero black employees in vice president or higher roles in his department.
On Wednesday, the parties sent a letter informing the court they have executed a settlement agreement. U.S. District Judge Katherine Polk Failla issued an order conditionally discontinuing the case provided they submit a stipulation of settlement and dismissal within 60 days.
Viacom declined to comment on the settlement.
THR Newsletters
Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day