CBS and Big Brother producers respond to accusations of racism and bullying in the house

People

The CBS reality show has made headlines for contestants' bullying behavior and racist comments. In a statement released this morning CBS and Big Brother said: “At times, the Houseguests say things that we do not condone. We share some of the viewers’ concerns about inappropriate behavior and offensive comments, and producers have addressed specific incidents with the Houseguests involved. However, there is absolutely no truth that the casting of the show is racially motivated, that the Houseguests’ behavior is predetermined or that the outcome is controlled in any way.”