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HGTV Cancels Nicole Curtis After Racial Slur Controversy

3/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

HGTV canceled Nicole Curtis, the former star of Rehab Addict, after a video surfaced showing her using a racial slur.
Curtis told The Breakfast Club that she accidentally combined phrases such as "fart digger" and "fart knocker" while filming.
Hosts Charlamagne tha God and DJ Envy questioned her explanation.
Curtis expressed gratitude for her career and said she would focus on relationships and the community.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, NBC canceled "The Cosby Show" amid numerous sexual assault allegations against Bill Cosby, reflecting a broader societal push for accountability in the entertainment industry. Organizations like the NAACP condemned Cosby's actions, paralleling Nicole Curtis's recent cancellation by HGTV for using a racial slur. These incidents underscore the ongoing struggle for racial sensitivity and the repercussions of public figures' misconduct on their careers.

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Story summary

HGTV canceled Nicole Curtis, the former star of Rehab Addict, after a video surfaced showing her using a racial slur.
Curtis told The Breakfast Club that she accidentally combined phrases such as "fart digger" and "fart knocker" while filming.
Hosts Charlamagne tha God and DJ Envy questioned her explanation.
Curtis expressed gratitude for her career and said she would focus on relationships and the community.

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