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What will be the outcome of the NLRB complaint against 'Love Is Blind' producers by end of 2025?
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National Labor Relations Board•NLRB•Netflix•Love Is Blind•Delirium TV•Kinetic Content•Renee Poche•Nick Thompson•Poche•Bryan Freedman•Mark Geragos
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NLRB Classifies 'Love Is Blind' Contestants as Employees, Paving Way for Industry Change
Dec 13, 2024, 12:10 AM
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has issued a complaint against the producers of Netflix's reality dating show 'Love Is Blind,' alleging that the show's contestants should be classified as employees rather than participants. This ruling could have significant implications for the reality television industry, potentially paving the way for unionization efforts among reality TV stars. The complaint, filed against Delirium TV and Kinetic Content, accuses the producers of misclassifying cast members to strip them of labor rights, including the ability to discuss working conditions and speak publicly about their experiences. It also highlights unlawful contractual terms related to confidentiality and noncompete provisions. The NLRB's action follows complaints by former contestants Renee Poche and Nick Thompson, who have been vocal about their experiences on the show. Poche's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, and Mark Geragos, along with their legal teams, have been working closely with the NLRB for over a year, aiming to change the reality TV industry. The complaint seeks to reclassify participants as employees, rescind unlawful agreements, and compensate former contestants for any financial harm caused by these practices. This development comes amidst growing allegations of exploitation and abuse in the reality TV sector, signaling a potential shift in how reality TV stars are treated under labor laws. Netflix declined to comment on the matter.
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