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Old Tweets Ignite Controversy: Calls for Stricter Vetting in Reality TV

1/29/2026

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The Apprentice contestant Levi Hodgetts-Hague's decade-old offensive tweets resurfaced, sparking controversy.
The BBC has urged stricter background checks following derogatory comments about Muslims and women.
Naked, the production company, should enhance its vetting process to balance casting and safety.
DBS checks and social media training exist, but experts say oversight gaps remain in reality-TV casting.

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The Apprentice contestant Levi Hodgetts-Hague's decade-old offensive tweets resurfaced, sparking controversy.
The BBC has urged stricter background checks following derogatory comments about Muslims and women.
Naked, the production company, should enhance its vetting process to balance casting and safety.
DBS checks and social media training exist, but experts say oversight gaps remain in reality-TV casting.