Drew Barrymore has paused the premiere of her CBS chat show until the Hollywood strikes are over following a public backlash over her original decision to return to broadcasting.
The US actress, 48, said she hoped there is a resolution for the industry "very soon" amid the ongoing strikes by actors and writers.
In a statement shared on Instagram, she said: "I have listened to everyone and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over.
"I have no words to express my deepest apologies to anyone I have hurt and, of course, to our incredible team who works on the show and has made it what it is today.
"We really tried to find our way forward. And I truly hope for a resolution for the entire industry very soon."
The announcement comes after Drew Barrymore posted an emotional video - now seemingly deleted - in which she "deeply apologised" to writers and unions.
In the video, Barrymore said: "I believe there is nothing I can do or say in this moment to make it okay. I wanted to own a decision so it wasn't a PR-protected situation.
"I want everyone to know my intentions have never been in a place to upset or hurt anyone – it is not who I am."
Source: Press Association
