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4:28 pm, June 26th, 2013
Paula Deen has been dropped by Wal-Mart.
The decision marks the latest professional setback for the fallen celebrity chef, whose racism scandal has already cost her high-profile gigs with Food Network and as a restaurateur for Caesars Entertainment.
Wal-Mart, which has carried Deen-branded products since 2011, announced on Wednesday, “We are ending our relationship with Paula Deen Enterprises and we will not place new orders beyond those already committed.”
Deen’s professional life has unraveled in recent days, with QVC also on the brink of severing ties.
On Wednesday morning, the embattled kitchen personality gave a tearful “Today Show” interview in which she insisted she’s not racist.
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