LOS ANGELES: Disney animation chief John Lasseter said Tuesday he is taking a six-month leave of absence after acknowledging in an internal memo making staff feel ‘disrespected or uncomfortable’ with unwanted hugs. The Oscar-winning filmmaker and senior executive admitted he had been "falling short" in ensuring a culture of "trust and respect" at his animation studios. It's never easy to face your missteps, but it's the only way to learn from them," he said. It's been brought to my attention that I have made some of you feel disrespected or uncomfortable." He said he had agreed with Disney executives to a six-month sabbatical away to "reflect on how to move forward" and "start taking better care of myself."

Source: New Strait Times November 22, 2017 01:52 UTC