Flight Attendant Fired After Viral Twerking Video Alleges Discrimination

Nelle Diala claims her termination from Alaska Airlines was unjust and rooted in racial bias, following a TikTok video of her dancing in uniform on an empty plane.

Nelle Diala, a former Alaska Airlines flight attendant, was fired after posting a TikTok video of herself twerking in the aisle of an empty plane during a layover.
The airline cited a violation of its social media policy as the reason for her dismissal, though Diala argues the punishment was disproportionate and unfair.
Diala alleges racial discrimination, stating that her dance moves were labeled inappropriate because they were 'geared toward the urban community,' while coworkers of 'Eurocentric descent' faced no consequences for similar behavior.
She launched a GoFundMe campaign following her termination, raising over $3,000, and has suggested she may pursue legal action for wrongful termination.
Alaska Airlines has not commented on the specifics of her case but emphasized its high standards for employee conduct and adherence to probationary policies.