News Anchor Compares Black Co-Anchor to a Gorilla On-Air | NowThis

In a shocking on-air moment, KOCO5 Oklahoma City anchor Alex Housden compared her Black co-anchor Jason Hackett to a gorilla while discussing a clip featuring the animal. This controversial remark sparked outrage and led to a heartfelt, tearful apology from Housden to both Hackett and the community. Watch as she addresses the incident and reflects on the impact of her words. This NowThis News segment delves into the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing the importance of sensitivity and respect in media. #TVNews #Racism #NowThisNews

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