Paula deen racial slur meme

By Benge Nsenduluka, CP Reporter

Paula Deen released a public apology via social networking site YouTube on Friday in response to backlash she has received over her admitted use of the N-word.

In a somber, 46-second video, the Food Network star begged for forgiveness from the public after it was alleged that she is a racist.

Deen admitted to making "mistakes" in her past.

"I want to apologize to everybody for the wrong that I've done. I want to learn and grow from this.

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Inappropriate, hurtful language is totally, totally unacceptable," Deen said in the video.

"I've made plenty of mistakes along the way but I beg you; my children; my team; my fans; my partners; I beg for your forgiveness," she continued. "Please forgive me for