It looks like the boys of Duck Dynasty will be returning to our TV screens after all.
Just a week after GQ released an issue that exposed some anti-gay comments from cast member Phil Robertson, the A&E network has decided to lift his suspension.
The network will resume filming shortly, and the series is set to continue with Phil still part of the show.
They said in a statement:
‘After discussions with the Robertson family, as well as consulting with numerous advocacy groups, A&E has decided to resume filming Duck Dynasty later this spring with the entire Robertson family.”
While the gay right organization fought to have Phil suspended or even removed from the show over his comments, fans have argued that it is his right to free speech.
The family has apologized for the comments if they did offend anyone, to which they said in a statement:
‘While Phil’s comments made in the interview reflect his personal views based on his own beliefs, and his own personal journey, he and his family have publicly stated they regret the “coarse language” he used and the mis-interpretation of his core beliefs based only on the article. He also made it clear he would “never incite or encourage hate.” We at A+E Networks expressed our disappointment with his statements in the article, and reiterate that they are not views we hold.”
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SOURCE: Fox News
