You may not know his name, but you definitely know Harvey Weinstein‘s work. The film exec is responsible for producing movies including “Shakespeare in Love,” “Pulp Fiction,” and “Good Will Hunting.” He’s even responsible for bringing the “Scary Movie” franchise to the screen. But according to multiple accusers, he’s also been sexually harassing women throughout the last 30 years.
On the list of those pointing fingers: Ashley Judd. She claims back in the 90s she was invited to a meeting with the exec at a hotel in California. The meeting was held in Weinstein’s hotel room where, according to Judd, he tried to give her multiple back massages and get her to follow him into the bathroom. The New York Times published Judd’s account along with other accusers, some of whom want to remain anonymous.
It’s believed Weinstein and his company have paid off at least eight accusers. So why haven’t more women come forward? Why are they staying anonymous? As accuser, and former Weinstein employee Lauren O’Connor puts it, she was a woman trying to make a career and Harvey was a “world famous man. The balance of power is me: 0, Harvey Weinstein: 10.”
- In response to the allegations, Harvey has lawyered up. While his representative Lisa Bloom says he “denies many of the claims,” she does admit Harvey is “an old dinosaur learning new ways.”
- Then, he went on the offensive. Harvey says he’s going to sue the “New York Times” over their “reckless” reporting. Page Six claims he’ll want $50-million, which he’ll then donate to women’s organizations. “The New York Times published today a story that is saturated with false and defamatory statements,” a rep for Weinstein explains.
Source: The New York Times
