Netflix Reverses Course, Shelves Plans for Cosby Special


Netflix has put off plans to run a comedy special starring Bill Cosby following new rape allegations against the comedian and actor.

“At this time we are postponing the launch of the new stand-up comedy special ‘Bill Cosby 77,'” Netflix said in a statement. The stand-up performance by the 77-year-old comedian was scheduled to go live on Nov. 28, the day after Thanksgiving.

Netflix acted after allegations resurfaced that Mr. Cosby drugged and raped women more than a decade ago. People familiar with the situation said earlier this week that executives at Netflix, the world’s largest subscription streaming service, had discussed the situation and still planned to run the show.

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