'White Lotus' Star F. Murray Abraham Apologizes After Exit From 'Mythic Quest' Over Misconduct Allegations

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F. Murray Abraham has issued an apology following a report alleging that the actor was let go from the Apple TV+ series,, as the result of two sexual misconduct complaints made against him. «This is a sincere and deeply felt apology,» the 83-year-old actor said in a statement to ET. «Though never my intention to offend anyone, I told jokes, nothing more, that upset some of my colleagues and as a result lost a great job with wonderful people.»He added, «I have grown in my understanding from this experience, and I hope they will forgive me.»According to, «at least two concerns were raised about Abraham’s behavior.

The first incident resulted in Abraham being given a warning and told to keep away from some of the show’s actresses, according to a production source.» The magazine also reported that after creator and star Rob McElhenney learned of a second claim, «Abraham was let go from the show.» Abraham's exit was first announced in April 2022, ahead of the season 3 premiere in November.

At the time, a spokesperson for Lionsgate, which produces the series, told , «F. Murray Abraham will not be returning to season 3 of.

Beyond that, we do not comment on matters concerning personnel.»After 's report of the sexual misconduct allegations, ET reached out to Lionsgate.