Sunny Anderson is a 47-year-old American TV Show Host from Oklahoma, United States. This interview has been edited for brevity. I dont understand why anyone in business doesnt keep their emails, and I dont understand why he wouldnt think that we would have proof. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback celebrated the team's big win on Sunday with his wife, Brittany, and their 2-year-old daughter, Sterling, as the trio gathered on the field at State Farm Stadium. So I thought, the way I got on the network was going on Emeril [Lagasses show] once and having a really good segment. We bring news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and entertained. I called back, he never picked up again. However, she didn't confirm the identity of the boyfriend. Williams also denies Andersons allegations about another business fallout. ins.dataset.adChannel = cid; No, this is the man who started his businesses in majority-Black neighborhoods, and in Black communities. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He also did the same thing when Angela the Kitchenista Davis called him out on social media, which seemed to open up the floodgate of stories about him, with Williams then taking to YouTube to brag about how says he made $110,000 in a little more than a week off of the beef. No, this is the man who started his businesses in majority-Black neighborhoods, and in Black communities. Because hed been on her show, they thought she could contact him. Then I said, But what about this one guy? I didnt know Darius. in July 2008. He is a liar. On June 24, Davis wrote that in addition to BBB complaints, Williams has dozens of active lawsuits and liens. She noted the chef has several allegations of unpaid wages from several employees of his three now-closed restaurants, Soul Crab Atlanta, Soul Crab Chicago and Greens and Gravy, also in Atlanta. A post shared by Angela Davis | The Kitchenista (@thekitchenista). If you look into scams, they try to fly under the radar of the level that theyre on. The Hollands quickly found others who say theyre also victims of doxing. I really loved what the network was doing, which was adding more people of color. She also hosts the Food Network program Cooking for Real (beginning in April 2008), and served as co-host with Marc Istook of the Food Network program Gotta Get It (beginning in April 2007). var slotId = 'div-gpt-ad-famous_chefs_com-medrectangle-3-0'; Listen Nicole, businesses close all the time. Sunny Anderson with her rumored boyfriend, Aaron Sanchez. In the meantime, he started those businesses, FreshCo, namely. What does the resolution look like for the two of you, and what do you hope that people take away from whats happening here? First Name Darius. Davis said that in addition to harassment, she also got support and messages from people who had been victims of various scams that Williams had orchestrated. Anderson gave Williams his start years ago as a guest on her Food. The food fight has even reached other TV chefs. In 2017, thats when Im on The Kitchen, and I get an email from my producers, saying that heres a list of people were thinking about having on the new season as a guest. On Friday, employees told Channel 2 investigative reporter Nicole Carr that they learned of the closure a half hour before opening when Williams posted to social media that his mental health led to the abrupt closures. "Her kids information. After being accused of manufacturing charges of misconduct against Williams, she detailed many of the accusations against him. And understand scams come on all levels. 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Download our newest episodes now!TheGrio is now on Apple TV, Amazon Fire and Roku. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Agreement. Like Melenese Ford of Atlanta. Asked about the various claims about him, Williams told The Daily Beast that Im declining to comment at this time as theyre allegations. She revealed that she dated a MONSTER in high school and that upon googling him, the first thing that came up was a mugshot. She had already told him that she wasnt ready to proceed with the service. He has cooked alongside Sunny Anderson previously. I dont know what I could have done to make you upset. Hes a charlatan, hes a snake-oil salesman. Hes since built an impressive online presence under the pseudonym Darius Cooks. All I want to do is fry chicken and make macaroni and cheese, thats it.. In it, he advised that a banking holiday (Presidents Day), along with a payroll system change would delay paychecks by a couple of days. So thats why now, because Angela spoke up and she has a calvary of other women and other followers who have either dealt with him, or have dealt with people trying to silence them when they want to out an abuser or someone who has done them wrong. Food sensation Darius Williams, better known by his business name Darius Cooks, has come under widespread fire. African Diaspora News Channel - Another Sista Defaming A Brotha's Name~Sunny Anderson/Darius Williams That pattern of Black women being ignored or attacked when they speak up about mens bad behavior needs to change. I hope that the platforms he works on like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Shopify, wherever else hes operating that they look into these allegations of abuse, online abuse, especially fraud. Years ago she said she got her wigs from the . He was not a friend. container.style.maxHeight = container.style.minHeight + 'px'; After he came on my show a couple of times, I was working with him and I have all the emails like, Hey, man, you should try this, you should get on, let me tell you what to do. He was also actively interested. I dont know what I could have done to make you upset. Download theGrio.com today! After this relationship, she has confirmed to be in a new relationship in 2019 and that she is happy with him although never revealing his true identity. [READ MORE: Draw your own conclusions. Popular Atlanta chef abruptly shuts down his businesses]. Darius Williams skyrocketed to fame after TV chef Sunny Anderson invited him on her Food Network show "The Kitchen" in 2011 (via The Daily Beast ). But despite all the rumors, Sunny has never confirmed any of these rumors. Anderson: As for the why now part of your question. Food Blogger|YouTuber|Cookbook Author|Atlanta Restauranteur|Periscoper|Recipe Creator Darius Williams is a member of Chef theGrio: That leads us sort of to, what can be the resolution? My mental health really took a toll on me and If I didnt take a minute to handle this, and something detrimental happened to me tomorrow, its the exact same result, he added. He was also, at the same time, simultaneously trying to get me to invest in his cupcake gallery and the new FreshCo business. Unlike the Baby Boomer generation, Generation X is focused more on work-life balance rather than following the straight-and-narrow path of Corporate America. Its OK to say that this person who has a large following causes harm. At every turn, hes choosing to be dishonest, and I hope he stops., On Tuesday, Anderson, the co-host of The Kitchen, tweeted about the bombshell report, writing, Read this then follow @TheKitchenista for more details and receipts. My goal was lifting other people up when I get there. Because from what I understand it would violate the terms of service on all of those platforms. When you add up everything, he took an opportunity and ruined it, Anderson told Southern Grit. Please check your email for confirmation from us. Social Media Facebook,Twitter, Instagram. Self-taught chef with a blog called DariusCooks who shares his food knowledge on YouTube and Instagram as well. I mean, it was abrupt. and Cooking For Real. The owner of a trucking company, Holland says he matches every donation. Kiara Ross worked as a server at Williams Soul Crab restaurant in Atlanta. var lo = new MutationObserver(window.ezaslEvent); He has opened up businesses and promised services or products and has not delivered 100%. Simply because theyre Black, were not supposed to say anything? Hopefully, Atlanta will wrap its arms around these (employees) and there will be some places for them to find some work because I just cant imagine. Self-taught chef with a blog called DariusCooks who shares his food knowledge on YouTube and Instagram as well. I think rightfully fired up for the right reasons. So for me, anyone who wants to say that its a Black woman taking down a Black man I mean, if thats what you want to call it I dont know if I care. Those are people that he took money from who couldnt afford it. Being a recognized personality, Anderson is always exposed to rumors and speculations regarding past and present relationships. The women open up about marriage, divorce, and struggles to conceive. When you add up everything, he took an opportunity and ruined it. So we had him on the show. He has cooked alongside Sunny Anderson previously. I saw his name and I was like, You guys dont want to be involved with this guy. Because as soon as he came on my show, he turned that opportunity into a chance to start a business, get more eyes on his business, and then he scams people. 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