Netflix keeping Dave Chappelle special "The Closer" up despite controversy over his remarks about trans community

Los Angeles — A top Netflix executive said Dave Chappelle's special "The Closer" doesn't cross "the line on hate" and will remain on the streaming service despite fallout over the comedian's remarks about the transgender community.

In an internal memo, co-CEO Ted Sarandos told managers that "some talent" may join third parties in calling for the show's removal, adding, "which we are not going to do."

Netflix declined comment on the memo, which was reported Monday by Variety.