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Afton Williamson (born September 7, 1984) is an American actress, best known for the lead role of Police Officer Talia Bishop in the ABC series The Rookie and as Assistant District Attorney Alison Cacao Medding in the Cinemax original series Banshee.
Aug 6, 2019 · After Afton Williamson announced she quit ABC’s “The Rookie” over claims of racism, bullying and sexual harassment, the actress has revealed why she felt empowered to name her alleged harasser.
- Leah Bitsky
Oct 18, 2022 · Afton Williamson, who played Talia Bishop on The Rookie, quit the show after alleging racial discrimination, sexual harassment, and assault. She is now advocating for a safe working environment in the industry and has appeared in two films since then.
Jan 30, 2024 · Afton Williamson, who played Talia Bishop on The Rookie, left the show due to racism, bullying, sexual harassment, and assault. She revealed her experience on Instagram and chose not to return for Season 2, while her character was written out as an ATF agent.
- Mack Veltman
May 21, 2024 · Afton Williamson departed The Rookie due to inappropriate conduct by fellow actors and crew members, as well as the production's alleged neglect of her complaints. However, she wasn't the only...
Aug 5, 2019 · The actress claims she faced racial discrimination, sexual harassment and assault by crew members and producers on the ABC crime series. She says her complaints were not investigated or taken seriously by the showrunner and the network.
Aug 5, 2019 · NEW YORK (AP) - Afton Williamson, co-star of ABC crime series The Rookie, is quitting the show because of sexual harassment and racial discrimination she experienced during the first season.
