Jimmy Fallon accused of mistreating ‘Tonight Show’ staffers, creating ‘nightmare’ work environment


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Jimmy Fallon, who first reached TV superstar status as a cast member of NBC’s 'Saturday Night Live' in 1998, is known for his fun personality, charming interviews and celebrity friendships. Photo: Handout

More than a dozen current and former staffers of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon are speaking out about an alleged toxic and chaotic work environment fostered by the Emmy-winning host.

NBC’s hit late-night talk show — hosted by the 48-year-old since 2014 — has been a toxic place for years, according to two current and 14 former employees, who described their experiences to Rolling Stone in a bombshell report published Thursday.

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