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René Redzepi Resigns Amid Abuse Allegations and Protests

3/14/2026

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René Redzepi resigned amid serious allegations of abuse from former employees.
The resignation coincided with a Los Angeles pop-up opening facing protests and sponsor withdrawals over a toxic environment.
The New York Times detailed accusations of physical and psychological abuse, including punching and public humiliation.
Redzepi posted on Instagram that he takes responsibility for his actions.
He resigned from the MAD board, and the future of Noma remains uncertain.

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René Redzepi resigned amid serious allegations of abuse from former employees.
The resignation coincided with a Los Angeles pop-up opening facing protests and sponsor withdrawals over a toxic environment.
The New York Times detailed accusations of physical and psychological abuse, including punching and public humiliation.
Redzepi posted on Instagram that he takes responsibility for his actions.
He resigned from the MAD board, and the future of Noma remains uncertain.