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felicitylen · 01-24-2007, 03:57 PM

From Life & Style Magazine

Grey’s Anatomy star Isaiah Washington has entered a residential treatment facility in an effort to quell the controversy surrounding his anti-gay remarks — and save his job, Life & Style has learned exclusively.

According to an insider, Isaiah, who issued an apology for his statements on Jan. 18, agreed to undergo a psychological assessment after talks with ABC executives.

The married 43-year-old father of three was spotted entering the facility at 9 a.m. today (Jan. 24).

Isaiah, who plays Dr. Preston Burke on the show, became embroiled in controversy for making a homophobic remark about Grey’s castmate T.R. Knight during an on-set argument last fall. (T.R., 33, publicly announced that he is gay after the incident.) The controversy reignited after the Jan. 15 Golden Globe Awards, at which Isaiah denied ever making the comment — but used the anti-gay slur in his denial.

“ABC has told him he must enter a program to examine why he would say such hateful words,” the insider says.

Meanwhile, during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Jan. 17, T.R. confirmed what Isaiah had said last fall — and expressed surprise at his co-star’s attempted denial.

Isaiah issued his apology the next day, saying, “I can neither defend nor explain my behavior. I can also no longer deny to myself that there are issues I obviously need to examine within my own soul, and I’ve asked for help.”

Isaiah’s cast mates have been vocal about the controversy. “I feel really sad,” Kate Walsh has said. “I just trust that our show will deal with it in the way it sees fit.”

Katherine Heigl called the situation “tense,” adding, “I think it’ll work out and I’m hopeful that it’s handled properly.”

Reps for Isaiah and ABC were not immediately available for comment

TJL · 01-24-2007, 05:47 PM

Wow, they have rehab for everything these days.

He should get a group therapy thing going with Mel Gibson and Michael Richards.

felicitylen · 01-24-2007, 06:49 PM

Yeah, I guess they do. I don't agree with what he said but I don't think it's necessary for him to go to rehab. In that case, shouldn't Michael Richards and Mel Gibson be going?

TJL · 01-24-2007, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by felicitylen

Yeah, I guess they do. I don't agree with what he said but I don't think it's necessary for him to go to rehab. In that case, shouldn't Michael Richards and Mel Gibson be going?

It looks to me like Washington is in some major career salvage mode right now.
He's met and apologized to Gay leaders, hired a new PR guy to give him a new image (I bet the new PR guy told him to go to this rehab thing, and of course tell the media about it) and threw himself at the mercy of ABC.

dlemond · 01-24-2007, 07:33 PM

This rehab is a last ditch effort due to worsening of matters when a clearly flustered Washington was mistakenly overheard talking with a waitress at an LA eatery.

"I ordered a bagel, miss, not a baguette! I HATE BAGUETTES!"

Ireneparalegal · 01-24-2007, 07:38 PM

What has ROSIE said abt this controversy?

PrettyinPink55 · 01-24-2007, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by TJL

Wow, they have rehab for everything these days.

He should get a group therapy thing going with Mel Gibson and Michael Richards.

friendsfan77 · 01-31-2007, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJL

Wow, they have rehab for everything these days.

He should get a group therapy thing going with Mel Gibson and Michael Richards.

PrettyinPink55 · 01-31-2007, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJL

Wow, they have rehab for everything these days.

He should get a group therapy thing going with Mel Gibson and Michael Richards.

Now there's a reality show waiting to happen!

01-24-2007, 03:57 PM	#1
felicitylen Keep Austin WEIRD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 17, 2003 Location: Hook 'em Horns Posts: 1,606	Isaiah checks into REHAB From Life & Style Magazine Grey’s Anatomy star Isaiah Washington has entered a residential treatment facility in an effort to quell the controversy surrounding his anti-gay remarks — and save his job, Life & Style has learned exclusively. According to an insider, Isaiah, who issued an apology for his statements on Jan. 18, agreed to undergo a psychological assessment after talks with ABC executives. The married 43-year-old father of three was spotted entering the facility at 9 a.m. today (Jan. 24). Isaiah, who plays Dr. Preston Burke on the show, became embroiled in controversy for making a homophobic remark about Grey’s castmate T.R. Knight during an on-set argument last fall. (T.R., 33, publicly announced that he is gay after the incident.) The controversy reignited after the Jan. 15 Golden Globe Awards, at which Isaiah denied ever making the comment — but used the anti-gay slur in his denial. “ABC has told him he must enter a program to examine why he would say such hateful words,” the insider says. Meanwhile, during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Jan. 17, T.R. confirmed what Isaiah had said last fall — and expressed surprise at his co-star’s attempted denial. Isaiah issued his apology the next day, saying, “I can neither defend nor explain my behavior. I can also no longer deny to myself that there are issues I obviously need to examine within my own soul, and I’ve asked for help.” Isaiah’s cast mates have been vocal about the controversy. “I feel really sad,” Kate Walsh has said. “I just trust that our show will deal with it in the way it sees fit.” Katherine Heigl called the situation “tense,” adding, “I think it’ll work out and I’m hopeful that it’s handled properly.” Reps for Isaiah and ABC were not immediately available for comment
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felicitylen Keep Austin WEIRD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 17, 2003 Location: Hook 'em Horns Posts: 1,606	Yeah, I guess they do. I don't agree with what he said but I don't think it's necessary for him to go to rehab. In that case, shouldn't Michael Richards and Mel Gibson be going?

01-24-2007, 07:33 PM	#5
dlemond Hey, I know you. Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 03, 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,751	This rehab is a last ditch effort due to worsening of matters when a clearly flustered Washington was mistakenly overheard talking with a waitress at an LA eatery. "I ordered a bagel, miss, not a baguette! I HATE BAGUETTES!"