Pixar Boss on leave after 'unwanted hugs'

The Head of Pixar and Disney Animation has taken a leave of absence after instances of questionable conduct were brought forth.

The Guardian reports that John Lasseter wrote a company memo, later obtained by the Hollywood Reporter, in which he admitted to “missteps” and made a mention of “unwanted hugs”. The memo read: “I’ve recently had a number of difficult conversations that have been very painful for me. It’s never easy to face your missteps, but it’s the only way to learn from them.