Los Angeles, May 16 (AFP) - The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which organizes the Golden Globes, has announced significant reforms following controversies over its professional ethics and lack of diversity. These issues led to the cancellation of next year's awards ceremony broadcast. Today, the HFPA declared that its members are now prohibited from accepting lavish gifts, luxurious travel, and other freebies from movie studios and TV stations.
The HFPA has come under fire for ethical lapses and a lack of diversity among its members. In response, the organization has agreed to implement a series of reforms aimed at addressing these concerns.
In a statement, the HFPA outlined a new policy on conflicts of interest, stating that members "must not accept promotional materials or other gifts from film producers, publicists, actors, directors, or other individuals associated with movies and TV shows."
The questionable actions of the HFPA have sparked backlash in the film industry. In May, NBC announced it would not broadcast the Golden Globe Awards scheduled for January 2022. HFPA members have also faced accusations of making racist and sexist remarks about movie and TV celebrities during publicity events.
Actor Tom Cruise has returned the three Golden Globe trophies he won during his career to the HFPA. Additionally, Netflix, Amazon Studios, and WarnerMedia have all stated that they will cease cooperation with the HFPA unless the association implements substantial changes.
As the HFPA moves forward with these reforms, the industry will be watching closely to see if the organization can regain its credibility and address the serious issues that have been raised.
