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Dru Hammer, the mother of actor Armie Hammer, appeared on TMZ Live on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, to discuss her new podcast, Hollywood and Divine.
The show aims to provide a platform for men who have faced significant career damage due to public scandals and "cancel culture."
Dru Hammer explained that her personal experience watching her son deal with explosive accusations inspired the project.
She believes that disgraced men deserve a chance to either clear their names or demonstrate genuine remorse for their past actions.
During the interview, Dru Hammer admitted she expects a strong public backlash. She shared a "dream guest list" that includes several highly controversial figures such as Kanye West, Matt Lauer, and Danny Masterson.
She pointed to Mel Gibson as an example of someone who successfully sought redemption, noting that he showed real regret when they met following his own past scandals.
Dru Hammer hopes the podcast will foster conversations about forgiveness and personal change in the entertainment industry.
A primary goal for the podcast involves Dru’s own family. She expressed a strong desire for her son, Armie Hammer, to appear on the show to tell his side of the story.
Armie Hammer’s acting career largely stalled in 2021 following a series of sexual misconduct allegations, which he has consistently denied.
Dru Hammer views the podcast as a way for men like her son to regain their voices and show the public who they are today.
While the podcast focuses on redemption, it remains unclear how many of these high-profile figures will agree to participate.
Dru Hammer remains undeterred by the potential for criticism and maintains that everyone deserves a shot at a second chance.
She believes her faith-based approach will help guests find a path toward "divine" healing.
As Hollywood and Divine launches, it enters a heated cultural debate regarding accountability and the limits of forgiveness for public figures.
