Tag: Harvey Weinstein

Convicted in sexual assault cases, Harvey Weinstein tests positive for COVID-19 in prison

As of Monday, the virus has killed 417 people in the US out of more than 35,224 cases

March 23, 2020

Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison for sexual assault

Weinstein was sentenced to 20 years for a criminal sexual act in the first degree and three years for rape in the third degree to be served consecutively for assaulting the two women in New York

March 12, 2020

Convicted in #MeToo cases, Harvey Weinstein taken to New York’s infamous Rikers jail

Weinstein was found guilty of a criminal sexual act in the first degree and rape in the third degree following a high-profile trial that lasted several weeks.

March 6, 2020

Harvey Weinstein trial: Trapped in bathroom, groped says actress

67-year-old Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to five counts, two of which are rape, and faces a possible sentence of life imprisonment.

February 6, 2020

Gwyneth Paltrow draws feminist ire over nude pic to promote brand

The picture was posted by Paltrow posted on the official Instagram account of the actress' company, to promote body positivity.

September 15, 2019

Lena Headey believes rejecting Harvey Weinstein’s advances impacted her career

Lena Headey, who rejected alleged advances made by American film producer Harvey Weinstein, feels her action had hurt her career for decades.

February 18, 2019

Harvey Weinstein bragged of sex with Jennifer Lawrence, claims lawsuit

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been hit with a lawsuit from an actress who claims he forcibly performed oral sex on her.

December 15, 2018

Pakistan’s missing #MeToo movement

Survivors of sexual harassment, activists, lawyers and lawmakers must come together if Pakistan is to have its #MeToo moments, says Arifa Noor.

November 1, 2018

Priyanka Chopra dons Harvey Weinstein’s ex-wife’s brand, faces backlash

The pretty white bridal shower dress that Priyanka Chopra wore made more headlines than the event itself.

November 1, 2018

#MeToo movement and vicarious liability of employers

As the #MeToo debate rages in India, it may be instructive to look at American law on the subject, write Joyeeta Banerjee and Rajdeep Banerjee.

October 25, 2018

Anger never goes away: Maneka Gandhi wants no time limit for #MeToo plaints

Maneka Gandhi had earlier proposed that child sexual abuse victims be allowed to register complaints until they are 30.

October 8, 2018

Paltrow claims Weinstein was ‘scared’ of Pitt

Pitt pulled Weinstein aside at the opening night of "Hamlet" on Broadway shortly after Paltrow had shared the encounter.

October 4, 2018

Harvey Weinstein accused of 11 more sexual assault

British police are reportedly investigating 11 allegations of sexual assault against disgraced American movie producer Harvey Weinstein.

September 19, 2018

Weinstein claims he had ‘bargain’ over sexual activity with Judd, seeks to dismiss lawsuit

Seeking dismissal of the case filed against him by Ashley Judd, Harvey Weinstein has claimed he and the actor-activist had struck “‘ a bargain’ with respect to future sexual activity”. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Weinstein’s attorney Phyllis Kupferstein has claimed Judd has waited too long to sue. The 50-year-old Judd was one of the...

July 20, 2018

Harvey Weinstein was misquoted on ‘Roles for Sex’ Interview: Lawyer

Film producer Harvey Weinstein's lawyer has stated that his clients statement was misquoted on his 'Roles for Sex' interview.

July 14, 2018

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sexual assault

Disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein was allowed to remain free on bail after pleading not guilty to new criminal charges that he sexually assaulted a third woman and had committed a pattern of sex crimes. Weinstein, who wore a dark suit and handcuffs as he was escorted into a Manhattan courtroom on Monday, has been...

July 10, 2018

Harvey Weinstein faces 3 new sexual misconduct charges, may have to serve life imprisonment if proved guilty

Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, who was charged with two additional felony sex charges, has now been accused of sexual assault by a third woman. Out of three, one of the charges involves predatory sexual assault and carries the potential of life in prison. On Monday, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced the new charges that Weinstein is...

July 3, 2018