Posted on November 10, 2020

CBS Reality Shows Must Now Have 50% Non-White Casts, Network Says

Sarah Whitten, CNBC, November 9, 2020

CBS’ slate of reality shows, which include “Survivor,” “Big Brother” and “Love Island,” will become more diverse in 2021.

On Monday, the network introduced an initiative that requires these shows to ensure that 50% of their casts are Black, Indigenous or People of Color, or BIPOC. Additionally, the network has committed to putting at least 25% of its development budget towards creators and producers who are BIPOC.

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