Jason Bateman slammed for defending Jeffrey Tambor as Jessica Walter tears up over verbal attack

I sound like Im condoning yelling at work.

It sounds like Im excusing Jeffery.

It sounds like Im insensitive to Jessica.

In fact, Im horrified that I wasnt more aware of how this incident affected her.

… And what you learn is context.

Costar Alia Shawkat responded, But that doesnt mean its acceptable.

And the point is that things are changing, and people need to respect each other differently.

Batemans remarks were met with criticism online, with many prominent writers and journalists weighing in.

Roxane Gay tweeted, Why is Jason Bateman so terrible in this interview?

Other detractors turned to GIFs referencing characters onArrested Developmentto express their dismay.

Nichole Perkins, host ofThirst Aid Kitpodcast, simply wrote, Crosses Jason Bateman off the list.

EW has reached out to representatives for Bateman and Walter for comment.

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