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Rowell: I Recommended Stafford Before 'Incident'
9 Oct
Summary
- Rowell claims she recommended Michelle Stafford before alleged spitting incident.
- Victoria Rowell cited lack of growth opportunities for her Y&R departure.
- Rowell sued CBS in 2015 over discrimination and retaliation claims.
Victoria Rowell, a legendary actress, is revisiting her tenure on "The Young and the Restless." Rowell, who portrayed Drucilla Barber Winters, played a dual role from 1993 to 2001 and returned from 2002 to 2007. Her character's impact is still seen through her on-screen children, Lily and Devon Winters.
Rowell recently shared in an interview that she recommended several key cast members, including Michelle Stafford, before a significant on-set incident. She explained that a lack of perceived opportunities for professional advancement prompted her decision to leave the show. Rowell emphasized self-preservation and self-respect as drivers for her departure.
In 2015, Rowell filed a lawsuit against CBS, alleging retaliation after she advocated for increased Black representation on the show. The suit also included an allegation that Stafford had spat on her. Claims against CBS were dismissed, and Rowell reached a settlement with other defendants. Stafford, however, characterized the spitting incident as a conventional spit take during a scene rehearsal.
