Three years ago, 9-1-1 actor Rockmond Dunbar sued Disney and 20th Television for firing his character from the show after he refused to get vaccinated against covid. Dunbar, who cited both religious and medical exemptions, was seeking over one million in lost wages and compensation. In his lawsuit he noted that other, white co-stars and crew had sought medical exemptions which were granted, but that he was punished and ultimately fired. Dunbar has now lost his suit following a jury trial. Variety has the details of the case and how he responded in court.
A jury on Friday rejected “9-1-1” actor Rockmond Dunbar‘s claim that he was fired from the show due to his religious conviction against getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
The eight-member federal jury found unanimously in favor of Disney-