Orlando Jones fired from "American Gods" because his black character was too angry.

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American Gods Producers Insist Orlando Jones Was Not Fired Because of Race

In comments to Deadline, a spokesperson for Fremantle claimed that Jones was not returning for Season 3 because the portion of the Neil Gaiman book being adapted in the season did not feature Mr. Nancy as well as some other characters.

"The storylines of American Gods have continually shifted and evolved to reflect the complex mythology of the source material," a spokesperson said. "Mr. Jones' option was not picked up because Mr. Nancy, among other characters, is not featured in the portion of the book we are focusing on within Season 3."

"Several new characters, many of which have already been announced, will be introduced into Shadow Moon's world that will further contribute to the show's legacy as one of the most diverse series on television," the spokesperson continued.
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CreepyMcCreeperson said:
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goddamn what fukking show was this!! That was OD

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Norrin Radd said:
American Gods Producers Insist Orlando Jones Was Not Fired Because of Race
In comments to Deadline, a spokesperson for Fremantle claimed that Jones was not returning for Season 3 because the portion of the Neil Gaiman book being adapted in the season did not feature Mr. Nancy as well as some other characters.

"The storylines of American Gods have continually shifted and evolved to reflect the complex mythology of the source material,"
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a spokesperson said. "Mr. Jones' option was not picked up because Mr. Nancy, among other characters, is not featured in the portion of the book we are focusing on within Season 3."

"Several new characters, many of which have already been announced, will be introduced into Shadow Moon's world that will further contribute to the show's legacy as one of the most diverse series on television," the spokesperson continued.
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Yep thats bullshyt. This show hasn't been really been following the book like that to just write Mr. Nancy off the show completely especially since he's been the best thing about the show. The actor playing Shadow Moon fukking sucks and he gets outshined everytime he shares a scene with any other actor on the show. He's the weakest part of the show. Real talk since the changed so many showrunners the show has lost focus IMO.
 
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FeverPitch2 said:
Charles Eglee is the dude Orlando is talking about.
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I remember he was the creator or showrunner for Dark Angel.
He hired Chuck D to do the music.
The Source ran an article on him during that time portraying him as the stereotypical "truly down white boy that understands the Black community".
He even has a nickname: "Chic" Eglee
Never believe that lie.
Usually between the ages of 30-40, "down" cacs begin to truly understand their privilege.
Around the time they hit 40, they're well on their way to being full-on Republicans.
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Wait, who does this dude think he is?

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