Gabrielle Union’s controversial exit from ‘AGT’ is slammed

Ellen Pompeo

The “Grey’s Anatomy” star blasted the network in a series of tweets.

Debra Messing

The “Will & Grace” star echoed Pompeo’s sentiment.

Jameela Jamil

The actress, who stars on NBC’s “The Good Place,” said the show should bring Union back with a raise.

Ariana Grande

The singer’s message was short and ended with a love heart emoji aimed at Union.

“Thank you for this @EllenPompeo. be better @nbc we’re with you @itsgabrielleu,” she said.

Julian Castro

The 2020 presidential hopeful also chimed in.

Dwyane Wade

Union’s husband said he still has questions about her exit from the show.

“… When i got the news that my wife was being fired — my first question was obviously why!? I am still waiting on a good answer to that question. But if anyone knows @itsgabrielleu or have heard of her you know she’s an advocate for our community and culture. As proud as i were of her being selected as a judge on #AGT— I am even more proud of her standing up for what she stands for and that’s US.”

Other celebrities, including actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, also expressed their support.

Union thanked fans on social media — but did not provide any details on her exit from the show.

“So many tears, so much gratitude,” she wrote Thursday. “THANK YOU! Just when you feel lost, adrift, alone … you got me up off the ground. Humbled and thankful, forever.”

In a statement to People, a spokesperson for NBC and Fremantle said the network and the producers take any issues on set seriously.

“America’s Got Talent has a long history of inclusivity and diversity in both our talent and the acts championed by the show. The judging and host line-up has been regularly refreshed over the years and that is one of the reasons for AGT’s enduring popularity,” it said.