CNN is not retracting its story accusing Morgan Freeman of sexual harassment — despite what the “Shawshank Redemption” star’s lawyers would like Jeff Zucker to do.
“The unfounded accusations made by Mr. Freeman’s lawyer are disappointing and are difficult to reconcile with Mr. Freeman’s own public statements in the aftermath of the story,” a CNN rep tells TheWrap. “CNN stands by its reporting and will respond forcefully to any attempt by Mr. Freeman or his representatives to intimidate us from covering this important public issue.”
A CNN insider tells TheWrap that the platform will have a formal, legal response to the letter in the next 24-48 hours — these things just take time to properly put together.