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CNN chief legal analyst and New Yorker staff writer Jeffrey Toobin has been suspended by The New Yorker after he was caught “exposing himself” on a Zoom call between staffers from The New Yorker and WNYC radio. Two people who were on the call, who spoke on the condition of anonymity in order to speak freely, noted that it was unclear how much each person saw, but both said that they saw Toobin masturbating. Asked Monday afternoon about reports that he had exposed himself, Toobin said in a statement: “I made an embarrassingly stupid mistake, believing I was off-camera. I apologize to my wife, family, friends and co-workers.” At the same time, Toobin will also step back from his on-air role at CNN, with a network spokesperson saying, “Jeff Toobin has asked for some time off while he deals with a personal issue, which we have granted.” (Summarized from various reports.)

Talk Show host Wendy Williams is taking an indefinite absence from her duties in her 10th anniversary year.  Williams. 54 has had some health struggles that require she is hospitalized. A statement for her family follows: As Wendy Williams Hunter previously shared, she fractured her shoulder and has been on the mend. Over the past few days, Wendy has experienced complications regarding her Graves’ Disease that will require treatment. Wendy will be under the strict supervision of her physicians, and as part of her care, there will be significant time spent in the hospital. Despite her strong desire to return, she is taking a necessary, extended break from her show to focus on her personal and physical well-being. Wendy thanks everyone in advance for their well-wishes and for respecting her and The Hunter Family’s privacy during this time.” Statement from Debmar-Mercury For over ten years, Wendy has been a vital part of the Debmar-Mercury family. We wholeheartedly support...