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‘The Real O’Neals’ exec producer addresses Noah Galvin controversy

showrunner says ‘it’s all good’

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During the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour this week, “The Real O’Neals” executive producer Casey Johnson opened up about the effect Noah Galvin’s now infamous interview had on the sitcom’s second season.

In a story for Vulture in June, Galvin bashed “Arrow” actor Colton Haynes, “Modern Family” star Eric Stonestreet and producer Bryan Singer. Galvin apologized for his remarks in a statement released shortly after the story was printed.

According to Deadline, Johnson says Galvin’s comments didn’t contribute to ABC’s decision about the show order.

“There wasn’t any threat to cut our orders. ABC has been incredibly supportive… The article came out and Noah regretted what he said and apologized really quickly,” Johnson says. “We’ve all said things that we wished we hadn’t. There wasn’t that much buzzing behind the scenes… it’s all good.”

ABC Entertainment President Channing Dungey also addressed the controversy earlier in the day.

“Noah’s Vulture interview is something for which he has apologized publicly, and it’s in the past at this point for us,” Dungey says. “We are very excited about the creative that we’ve heard for season two from the showrunners, and we just had a fantastic first table read for the season.”

The sitcom’s second season is scheduled to premiere on Oct. 11.

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Opening Reception

Durand Bernarr headlines program

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Durand Bernarr performs at the 2026 DC Black Pride Opening Reception on Friday, May 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball

Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride

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The 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Schackelford)

The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)

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PHOTOS: Helen Hayes Awards

D.C.-area productions honored at Theatre Washington’s annual ceremony

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The 42nd Helen Hayes Awards were held at The Anthem on Monday, May 18. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Theatre Washington’s 42nd Helen Hayes Awards were held at The Anthem on Monday, May 18.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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