Variety held their annual Power of Women event Thursday, May 2 at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, in New York City. Honorees included Anitta, Mariska Hargitay, Shonda Rhimes, and Amy Schumer, along with presenters that included Glenn Close, Bela Bajaria, Bruna Marquezine, and Sascha Seinfeld.
IndieWire caught up with Francesca Scorsese, who’s featured as an “Up Next” talent in Variety’s issue, on the event’s red carpet, where she reflected on working with Luca Guadagnino in HBO’s 2020 limited series “We Are Who We Are.” “He’s the most amazing, sweetest guy. Very eccentric, but that’s the best part about him,” Scorsese said. “It was really cool because I got to experience another filmmaker. You know what I mean? I grew up being on my dad’s film sets and seeing his directing style and just like literally just like living in that world.”
“I saw similarities but...
IndieWire caught up with Francesca Scorsese, who’s featured as an “Up Next” talent in Variety’s issue, on the event’s red carpet, where she reflected on working with Luca Guadagnino in HBO’s 2020 limited series “We Are Who We Are.” “He’s the most amazing, sweetest guy. Very eccentric, but that’s the best part about him,” Scorsese said. “It was really cool because I got to experience another filmmaker. You know what I mean? I grew up being on my dad’s film sets and seeing his directing style and just like literally just like living in that world.”
“I saw similarities but...
- 5/3/2024
- by Vincent Perella
- Indiewire
In October 2017, Hollywood became the story. The New York Times’ blockbuster investigation of Harvey Weinstein shook the entertainment industry, unleashing a torrent of stories about harassment, abusive bosses, and exploitative power dynamics. The vast majority of victims who came forward were women, but just three weeks into what is now known as the #MeToo era, actor Anthony Rapp (Rent, Star Trek: Discovery) spoke out against Kevin Spacey, accusing the Oscar winner of drunkenly molesting him when he was 14 years old. Rapp said he wanted to “shine another light on the...
- 5/3/2024
- by Louis Staples
- Rollingstone.com
John Cena Is Returning To WWE After WrestleMania 40? ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia )
After the super success of WrestleMania Xl, aka WrestleMania 40, WWE is ready to entertain fans with another big live event in the form of Backlash, which is scheduled to take place this Saturday. The event has two major attractions in the form of title matches, but other than that, fans might get to see a big surprise in the form of John Cena’s presence. Yes, you read that right!
Backlash is happening in Lyon, France. In it, two important matches are scheduled in the form of Cody versus Aj Styles for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship and Damian Priest versus Jey Uso for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Both these matches are expected to be a major draw at the box office, but there’s another element that is speculated in the picture.
As per PWInsider Elite’s report,...
After the super success of WrestleMania Xl, aka WrestleMania 40, WWE is ready to entertain fans with another big live event in the form of Backlash, which is scheduled to take place this Saturday. The event has two major attractions in the form of title matches, but other than that, fans might get to see a big surprise in the form of John Cena’s presence. Yes, you read that right!
Backlash is happening in Lyon, France. In it, two important matches are scheduled in the form of Cody versus Aj Styles for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship and Damian Priest versus Jey Uso for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Both these matches are expected to be a major draw at the box office, but there’s another element that is speculated in the picture.
As per PWInsider Elite’s report,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Peter Jackson once contemplated erasing his memory about The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Being an avid fan of J. R. R. Tolkien’s novels, the filmmaker crafted a cinematic world that captivated audiences globally and has since become one of the most influential franchises.
The Fellowship of the Ring | Credit: YouTube/Warner Bros. Entertainment
While his films have been a source of joy for fans worldwide, the filmmaker himself never had the opportunity to enjoy the trilogy like an ordinary viewer. And his desire for an unspoiled viewing experience for the film prompted Jackson to consider hypnosis to forget everything about Middle Earth.
Peter Jackson Wanted to Forget The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, the Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson revealed the one reason he regrets being the director of The Lord of the Rings films. He felt like...
The Fellowship of the Ring | Credit: YouTube/Warner Bros. Entertainment
While his films have been a source of joy for fans worldwide, the filmmaker himself never had the opportunity to enjoy the trilogy like an ordinary viewer. And his desire for an unspoiled viewing experience for the film prompted Jackson to consider hypnosis to forget everything about Middle Earth.
Peter Jackson Wanted to Forget The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, the Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson revealed the one reason he regrets being the director of The Lord of the Rings films. He felt like...
- 5/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Peter Jackson’s iconic The Lord of the Rings Trilogy is probably one of the greatest trilogy ever made. Starring an ensemble cast of several actors and a thousand extras, Jackson had an ambitious project on his hands.
During the auditioning of the film, MCU star Jake Gyllenhaal also auditioned for the role of a Hobbit in the film. Not putting effort into his acting and not doing a British accent, Peter Jackson had some harsh words for Gyllenhaal back in the day!
Screenshot from The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Production Diary | Peter Jackson – YouTube
Peter Jackson Had Some Harsh Advice For Jake Gyllenhaal!
Starring Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Viggo Mortensen, Sir Ian McKellen, and several others in lead roles, The Lord of the Rings was quite something to witness. With the production being chaotic with several hundred extras as Uruk-hai or Orcs, the project was a nightmare.
Jake...
During the auditioning of the film, MCU star Jake Gyllenhaal also auditioned for the role of a Hobbit in the film. Not putting effort into his acting and not doing a British accent, Peter Jackson had some harsh words for Gyllenhaal back in the day!
Screenshot from The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Production Diary | Peter Jackson – YouTube
Peter Jackson Had Some Harsh Advice For Jake Gyllenhaal!
Starring Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Viggo Mortensen, Sir Ian McKellen, and several others in lead roles, The Lord of the Rings was quite something to witness. With the production being chaotic with several hundred extras as Uruk-hai or Orcs, the project was a nightmare.
Jake...
- 5/2/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” star Mariska Hargitay gave a powerful speech on Thursday in New York during Variety‘s Power of Women event, presented by Lifetime. The two-time Emmy winner, who celebrated 25 years of “Svu” this year, was honored at the event for her work as an advocate for sexual assault survivors.
Hargitay took the stage at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum following an introduction by her close friend, Glenn Close. After many years of acting, “she still finds the heart, the art and the power in her craft,” Close said of Hargitay.
With the New York rape conviction for Harvey Weinstein recently overturned, Hargitay themed her speech around the impossibility of reversing her own strongly-held convictions about listening to survivors and fighting back.
“I want to talk today about reversing convictions,” Hargitay said. “It’s impossible to reverse my conviction that survivors matter, that what happened to us matters,...
Hargitay took the stage at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum following an introduction by her close friend, Glenn Close. After many years of acting, “she still finds the heart, the art and the power in her craft,” Close said of Hargitay.
With the New York rape conviction for Harvey Weinstein recently overturned, Hargitay themed her speech around the impossibility of reversing her own strongly-held convictions about listening to survivors and fighting back.
“I want to talk today about reversing convictions,” Hargitay said. “It’s impossible to reverse my conviction that survivors matter, that what happened to us matters,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
WWE’s Cody Rhodes Talks About Aew ( Photo Credit – Twitter )
After departure from WWE, Cody Rhodes shined bright in Aew as an executive vice president as well as a performer. His American Nightmare gimmick gained him popularity but after being there for sometime, he decided to quit the promotion. Currently, Cody is enjoying his run as an Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Now, the superstar has opened up about how the narrative about him has changed in his previous promotion. Keep reading to know more!
At WrestleMania Xl or WrestleMania 40, Cody emerged victorious in a high-voltage contest against Roman Reigns, who was enjoying a historic reign of championship spanning over 1300 days. From the start itself, Cody was being pushed as a babyface, and now, he’s very much settled in his position. Amid such a glorious stint, the pro wrestler shared how changed perception about his contributions has left him disappointed.
After departure from WWE, Cody Rhodes shined bright in Aew as an executive vice president as well as a performer. His American Nightmare gimmick gained him popularity but after being there for sometime, he decided to quit the promotion. Currently, Cody is enjoying his run as an Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Now, the superstar has opened up about how the narrative about him has changed in his previous promotion. Keep reading to know more!
At WrestleMania Xl or WrestleMania 40, Cody emerged victorious in a high-voltage contest against Roman Reigns, who was enjoying a historic reign of championship spanning over 1300 days. From the start itself, Cody was being pushed as a babyface, and now, he’s very much settled in his position. Amid such a glorious stint, the pro wrestler shared how changed perception about his contributions has left him disappointed.
- 5/2/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
The Rock’s Alleged Unprofessionalism Addressed By WWE, Erick Rowan Is Reportedly Coming Back. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, is all over the headlines due to negative reasons. Recently, some shocking reports about his unprofessional behavior took the internet by storm. Now, WWE has reacted to all such allegations against the pro wrestling veteran. Also, there’s exciting news about the former member of the Wyatt Family, Erick Rowan. Keep reading to know more!
Recently, shocking allegations were made against Dwayne, stating he peed in the water bottle on the sets of Red One. It was also said that he showed up late on most occasions, increasing the film’s budget by $50 million. Other than that, he’s also accused of being two hours late for his match on day 1 of WrestleMania Xl, as per the report in The Wrap.
Now, addressing the allegations against The Rock,...
Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, is all over the headlines due to negative reasons. Recently, some shocking reports about his unprofessional behavior took the internet by storm. Now, WWE has reacted to all such allegations against the pro wrestling veteran. Also, there’s exciting news about the former member of the Wyatt Family, Erick Rowan. Keep reading to know more!
Recently, shocking allegations were made against Dwayne, stating he peed in the water bottle on the sets of Red One. It was also said that he showed up late on most occasions, increasing the film’s budget by $50 million. Other than that, he’s also accused of being two hours late for his match on day 1 of WrestleMania Xl, as per the report in The Wrap.
Now, addressing the allegations against The Rock,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Former Nickelodeon showrunner Dan Schneider has filed a defamation lawsuit over Investigation Discovery’s bombshell docuseries, Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.
The five-part docuseries aired earlier this year and featured many former child actors sharing allegations of abuse and misconduct while they worked on several wildly popular Nickelodeon shows during the Nineties and 2000s. Schneider created and oversaw many of these shows, and the docuseries included various claims against him, including gender discrimination, overlooking actors of colors, making inappropriate jokes, and asking employees for massages. (Schneider...
The five-part docuseries aired earlier this year and featured many former child actors sharing allegations of abuse and misconduct while they worked on several wildly popular Nickelodeon shows during the Nineties and 2000s. Schneider created and oversaw many of these shows, and the docuseries included various claims against him, including gender discrimination, overlooking actors of colors, making inappropriate jokes, and asking employees for massages. (Schneider...
- 5/1/2024
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
More than 100 men working in the French film world have written an open letter in support of the #MeToo movement.
Signatories include filmmakers Jacques Audiard, Abderrahmane Sissako, Cyril Dion, Eric Lartigau, and Emmanuel Mouret, alongside actors such as Mathieu Amalric, Anatomy Of A Fall’s Swann Arlaud, and Reda Kateb.
France Televisions’ head of cinema Manuel Alduy, producer Marc Missonnier, and designer Christian Lacroix have also added ther names.
The letter, spearheaded by actress Anouk Grinberg’s husband and mathematician Michel Broué and published on Elle magazine’s website, stated “it is revolting that theatre and cinema should be used...
Signatories include filmmakers Jacques Audiard, Abderrahmane Sissako, Cyril Dion, Eric Lartigau, and Emmanuel Mouret, alongside actors such as Mathieu Amalric, Anatomy Of A Fall’s Swann Arlaud, and Reda Kateb.
France Televisions’ head of cinema Manuel Alduy, producer Marc Missonnier, and designer Christian Lacroix have also added ther names.
The letter, spearheaded by actress Anouk Grinberg’s husband and mathematician Michel Broué and published on Elle magazine’s website, stated “it is revolting that theatre and cinema should be used...
- 5/1/2024
- ScreenDaily
More than 100 men working in the French film world have written an open letter in support of the #MeToo movement.
Signatories include filmmakers Jacques Audiard, Abderrahmane Sissako, Cyril Dion, Eric Lartigau, and Emmanuel Mouret, alongside actors such as Mathieu Amalric, Anatomy Of A Fall’s Swann Arlaud, and Reda Kateb.
France Televisions’ head of cinema Manuel Alduy, producer Marc Missonnier, and designer Christian Lacroix have also added ther names.
The letter, spearheaded by actress Anouk Grinberg’s husband and mathematician Michel Broué and published on Elle magazine’s website, stated “it is revolting that theatre and cinema should be used...
Signatories include filmmakers Jacques Audiard, Abderrahmane Sissako, Cyril Dion, Eric Lartigau, and Emmanuel Mouret, alongside actors such as Mathieu Amalric, Anatomy Of A Fall’s Swann Arlaud, and Reda Kateb.
France Televisions’ head of cinema Manuel Alduy, producer Marc Missonnier, and designer Christian Lacroix have also added ther names.
The letter, spearheaded by actress Anouk Grinberg’s husband and mathematician Michel Broué and published on Elle magazine’s website, stated “it is revolting that theatre and cinema should be used...
- 5/1/2024
- ScreenDaily
Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York on rape and sexual offence charges after his 23-year conviction was overturned on appeal, Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said on Wednesday.
The disgraced 72-year old former Hollywood titan appeared in court in a wheelchair wearing a blue suit and according to reports did not speak in a brief hearing. Reports said Attorney Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann attended the hearing.
Prosecutors said there was nothing consensual about Weinstein’s conduct in reference to prior charges that led to the original conviction in February 2020, and told Judge Curtis Farber they would be proceeding.
The disgraced 72-year old former Hollywood titan appeared in court in a wheelchair wearing a blue suit and according to reports did not speak in a brief hearing. Reports said Attorney Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann attended the hearing.
Prosecutors said there was nothing consensual about Weinstein’s conduct in reference to prior charges that led to the original conviction in February 2020, and told Judge Curtis Farber they would be proceeding.
- 5/1/2024
- ScreenDaily
Harvey Weinstein is expected to stand trial again in New York after his previous conviction was overturned by New York’s top appeals court.
Weinstein appeared in court today, May 1 for a hearing, his first time appearing in New York court since he was convicted back in 2020. Weinstein was in a wheelchair and was seated next to his lawyer Arthur Aidala, who told the court Weinstein has “very, very serious medical issues” but is still mentally sharp and could end up testifying on his own behalf in a new trial.
Judge Curtis Faber set a hearing for discovery for May 29, at which point prosecutors will also file a certificate of compliance. If filed by that date, the judge expects a trial could begin at some point after Labor Day.
Jessica Mann, one of the women who testified in the original case against Weinstein, was also present in the courthouse on Wednesday.
Weinstein appeared in court today, May 1 for a hearing, his first time appearing in New York court since he was convicted back in 2020. Weinstein was in a wheelchair and was seated next to his lawyer Arthur Aidala, who told the court Weinstein has “very, very serious medical issues” but is still mentally sharp and could end up testifying on his own behalf in a new trial.
Judge Curtis Faber set a hearing for discovery for May 29, at which point prosecutors will also file a certificate of compliance. If filed by that date, the judge expects a trial could begin at some point after Labor Day.
Jessica Mann, one of the women who testified in the original case against Weinstein, was also present in the courthouse on Wednesday.
- 5/1/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
Harvey Weinstein will be tried again for rape in New York this fall after his 2020 conviction was overturned last month, Reuters reports.
Weinstein appeared in Manhattan court Wednesday, May 1, seated in a wheelchair. It marked the first time the disgraced movie mogul had been seen in public since he was found guilty of rape in Los Angeles and sentenced to 16 years in prison last February.
During the hearing, prosecutor Nicole Blumberg said, “We believe in this case and we will be retrying the case.” Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said...
Weinstein appeared in Manhattan court Wednesday, May 1, seated in a wheelchair. It marked the first time the disgraced movie mogul had been seen in public since he was found guilty of rape in Los Angeles and sentenced to 16 years in prison last February.
During the hearing, prosecutor Nicole Blumberg said, “We believe in this case and we will be retrying the case.” Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said...
- 5/1/2024
- by Daniel Kreps and Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Harvey Weinstein is looking at a new trial in New York after Labor Day.
The former Hollywood mogul appeared in court in New York Wednesday for the first time since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned. Judge Curtis Farber set a May 29 hearing for discovery and for prosecutors to file a certificate of compliance. If the certificate is filed by that date, the judge anticipated that a trial will begin sometime after Labor Day.
Weinstein was wheeled into the courtroom in a wheelchair, wearing a blue suit with an American flag pin, after having been hospitalized in the days leading up to the hearing. He waved to the first row of attorneys as he was wheeled in and shook their hands as he was wheeled out. He appeared with his attorney Arthur Aidala, in front of a full audience, including Jessica Mann, who testified in the first New York trial.
“Mr.
The former Hollywood mogul appeared in court in New York Wednesday for the first time since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned. Judge Curtis Farber set a May 29 hearing for discovery and for prosecutors to file a certificate of compliance. If the certificate is filed by that date, the judge anticipated that a trial will begin sometime after Labor Day.
Weinstein was wheeled into the courtroom in a wheelchair, wearing a blue suit with an American flag pin, after having been hospitalized in the days leading up to the hearing. He waved to the first row of attorneys as he was wheeled in and shook their hands as he was wheeled out. He appeared with his attorney Arthur Aidala, in front of a full audience, including Jessica Mann, who testified in the first New York trial.
“Mr.
- 5/1/2024
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Harvey Weinstein appeared in a Manhattan courtroom Wednesday, less than a week after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction. It’s the first time the former movie producer has been seen in public since he was convicted of rape in a Los Angeles court and sentenced to 16 years in prison in February 2023.
Weinstein was seated in a wheelchair and wheeled by a security guard into a courtroom packed with journalists, lawyers and other officials. Lawyer Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann were present in the room. Prosecutor Nicole Blumberg from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said they will seek a retrial in the fall.
“[Mann] wants everyone to know the truth, and the defendant may have power and privilege, but she has the truth,” Blumberg said, adding they “have every reason to believe” Weinstein will be convicted in a retrial.
Attorney Arthur Aidala represented Weinstein and...
Weinstein was seated in a wheelchair and wheeled by a security guard into a courtroom packed with journalists, lawyers and other officials. Lawyer Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann were present in the room. Prosecutor Nicole Blumberg from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said they will seek a retrial in the fall.
“[Mann] wants everyone to know the truth, and the defendant may have power and privilege, but she has the truth,” Blumberg said, adding they “have every reason to believe” Weinstein will be convicted in a retrial.
Attorney Arthur Aidala represented Weinstein and...
- 5/1/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
“We believe in this case, and we will be retrying this case,” prosecutors in Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape case told a judge today in the first hearing since the much-accused producer’s 2020 conviction was overturned last week. “It was a strong case in 2020 …and it remains a strong case in 2024,” added Assistant District Attorney Nicole Blumberg.
Weinstein was sitting in the courtroom as the officials from the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced their intention to take the case back to a jury. The trial could begin as quickly as September, if room can be found on the court calendar.
“We are happy to hear that the prosecutors want a speedy trial,” Weinstein chief attorney Arthur Aidala told the court as he once again proclaimed his client’s innocence. “It’s a new trial, it’s a new day … his life is on the line.”
Charged and arrested...
Weinstein was sitting in the courtroom as the officials from the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced their intention to take the case back to a jury. The trial could begin as quickly as September, if room can be found on the court calendar.
“We are happy to hear that the prosecutors want a speedy trial,” Weinstein chief attorney Arthur Aidala told the court as he once again proclaimed his client’s innocence. “It’s a new trial, it’s a new day … his life is on the line.”
Charged and arrested...
- 5/1/2024
- by Dominic Patten and Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Aew’s Tony Khan On His WWE’s Comparison To Harvey Weinstein Drawing Negative Reactions(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Aew’s Tony Khan is known for pouring his heart out while talking and taking some really hard-hitting digs at his rival promotion, WWE. However, recently, he went too far and compared WWE to Harvey Weinstein. As expected, his remark drew reactions from all over and even the backstage reactions of both promotions had been highly negative. Now, Khan has reacted to his controversial digs. Keep reading to know more!
Tony Khan, while talking on NFL Network, said, “We are like the Pepsi of pro wrestling. We’re up against a really evil juggernaut. WWE is our competitor, that’s who we’re facing. Aew is like the Pepsi of pro wrestling. WWE is like the Harvey Weinstein of pro wrestling.” Following this remark, Khan faced the wrath of people in the pro wrestling industry.
Aew’s Tony Khan is known for pouring his heart out while talking and taking some really hard-hitting digs at his rival promotion, WWE. However, recently, he went too far and compared WWE to Harvey Weinstein. As expected, his remark drew reactions from all over and even the backstage reactions of both promotions had been highly negative. Now, Khan has reacted to his controversial digs. Keep reading to know more!
Tony Khan, while talking on NFL Network, said, “We are like the Pepsi of pro wrestling. We’re up against a really evil juggernaut. WWE is our competitor, that’s who we’re facing. Aew is like the Pepsi of pro wrestling. WWE is like the Harvey Weinstein of pro wrestling.” Following this remark, Khan faced the wrath of people in the pro wrestling industry.
- 5/1/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Tony Khan Reacts To Goldberg Criticising Aew(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Goldberg, being one of the biggest pro wrestling names in the pool free agents, was speculated to be in Aew very soon. However, all such reports got a closure when the former WWE Universal Champion made a clear denial by choosing some harsh words against the company. Now, Tony Khan has broken his silence and shared that he was surprised by the comments. Keep reading to know more!
For the unversed, last year, Khan had talked about his respect for Goldberg. He even hinted about bringing him into Aew, considering his free-agent status. However, the 57-year-old made it clear that he won’t be joining Khan’s promotion due to the quality of its content. He had said, “I have talked to them a number of times throughout the past, but this is where you’re going to get the...
Goldberg, being one of the biggest pro wrestling names in the pool free agents, was speculated to be in Aew very soon. However, all such reports got a closure when the former WWE Universal Champion made a clear denial by choosing some harsh words against the company. Now, Tony Khan has broken his silence and shared that he was surprised by the comments. Keep reading to know more!
For the unversed, last year, Khan had talked about his respect for Goldberg. He even hinted about bringing him into Aew, considering his free-agent status. However, the 57-year-old made it clear that he won’t be joining Khan’s promotion due to the quality of its content. He had said, “I have talked to them a number of times throughout the past, but this is where you’re going to get the...
- 5/1/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Exclusive: Despite a myriad of health issues landing the incarcerated Harvey Weinstein in hospital last week, the much-accused producer is still expected to show up in court tomorrow — at least right now.
“Mr. Weinstein entered prison with serious medical issues, and they have not magically disappeared, but are being managed,” the producer’s long-time spokesperson Juda Engelmayer tells Deadline of his client who is suffering from diabetes, cardiac issued, sleep apnea, and who is also near blind.
Following the April 25 overturning of his 2020 sex crimes conviction, the past few days have seen a storm of rumors that 72-year-old Weinstein wouldn’t make the re-arraignment hearing in the early afternoon local time at 100 Centre Street in Manhattan. While Weinstein’s current condition is far from critical at present and he is under observation at Bellevue, one well-positioned law enforcement source said that “things could turn on a dime” and not to rule out “more drama.
“Mr. Weinstein entered prison with serious medical issues, and they have not magically disappeared, but are being managed,” the producer’s long-time spokesperson Juda Engelmayer tells Deadline of his client who is suffering from diabetes, cardiac issued, sleep apnea, and who is also near blind.
Following the April 25 overturning of his 2020 sex crimes conviction, the past few days have seen a storm of rumors that 72-year-old Weinstein wouldn’t make the re-arraignment hearing in the early afternoon local time at 100 Centre Street in Manhattan. While Weinstein’s current condition is far from critical at present and he is under observation at Bellevue, one well-positioned law enforcement source said that “things could turn on a dime” and not to rule out “more drama.
- 4/30/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
We all know he’s guilty — even the New York appeals court majority that ordered a new trial for Harvey Weinstein knows it. That makes the narrow, 4-3 reversal of Weinstein’s conviction all the more enraging.
Anyone who has ever watched a cop show knows how difficult it is to get a conviction in a sexual assault case. Yet the court majority found that the trial judge made an “egregious” mistake in letting three women testify about alleged sexual assaults even though their claims were not part of the charges against Weinstein (known as “Molineux witnesses”). Without that testimony, the majority concluded that Weinstein might have walked.
Dissenting Judge Anthony Cannataro wrote that the decision was “endangering decades of progress in this incredibly complex and nuanced area of law.” What message does the New York appeals court ruling send? In a new trial, the women whose testimony achieved the...
Anyone who has ever watched a cop show knows how difficult it is to get a conviction in a sexual assault case. Yet the court majority found that the trial judge made an “egregious” mistake in letting three women testify about alleged sexual assaults even though their claims were not part of the charges against Weinstein (known as “Molineux witnesses”). Without that testimony, the majority concluded that Weinstein might have walked.
Dissenting Judge Anthony Cannataro wrote that the decision was “endangering decades of progress in this incredibly complex and nuanced area of law.” What message does the New York appeals court ruling send? In a new trial, the women whose testimony achieved the...
- 4/30/2024
- by Kim Masters
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Duggar family news reveals that there are some questions about Josh Duggar’s sentence and if it would ever be overturned.
Duggar went to prison after some child pornography was found on his computers and phones at his used car dealership.
He has suggested multiple times that his employees were at fault for the materials being found there, but they have all denied even using these items while at work.
There are some diehard fans of the Duggars who still stand up for Josh and they are interested to see if he will get a new trial the way that Harvey Weinstein did. Let’s take a deeper look at the charges against Josh and if this case will ever be overturned.
Duggar’s – Trial And Testimonies
When Duggar went to court for these charges, there were multiple witnesses called to testify. Bobye Holt, who has always been close to the Duggar family,...
Duggar went to prison after some child pornography was found on his computers and phones at his used car dealership.
He has suggested multiple times that his employees were at fault for the materials being found there, but they have all denied even using these items while at work.
There are some diehard fans of the Duggars who still stand up for Josh and they are interested to see if he will get a new trial the way that Harvey Weinstein did. Let’s take a deeper look at the charges against Josh and if this case will ever be overturned.
Duggar’s – Trial And Testimonies
When Duggar went to court for these charges, there were multiple witnesses called to testify. Bobye Holt, who has always been close to the Duggar family,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Misty Travieso
- Soap Opera Spy
For more than three decades, Anita Hill has served as an advocate for workplace rights and a vocal figure in supporting victims and survivors of sexual assault. In the days since a New York appeals court overturned the rape conviction of disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein, Hill has been thinking more about the ways in which this decision plays into an already dangerous rhetoric often present in societal misconceptions about sexual abuse that strip women of authority and trust. In an essay published in the Hollywood Reporter, the lawyer and educator...
- 4/29/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
This week’s reversal of Harvey Weinstein’s conviction sent shockwaves through survivor communities. It’s grossly ironic, if not outright cynical, that the release comes during Sexual Assault Awareness Month; it says volumes about the contemporary reality of sexual assault and the limits of legal protections against it.
The case forces us to acknowledge that societal misconceptions about sexual violence continue to abound, providing support for the myth that women can’t be trusted to be truthful about being sexually assaulted. These same fallacies find their way into our justice system, corrupting jurors’ understandings of the legal concepts of consent, relevance and credibility, and what it means to have reasonable doubt.
At the heart of the Court’s decision is the ruling that testimony of women who alleged that Weinstein had committed similar prior sexual acts against them was inadmissible. The Court concluded that, rather than offering context for...
The case forces us to acknowledge that societal misconceptions about sexual violence continue to abound, providing support for the myth that women can’t be trusted to be truthful about being sexually assaulted. These same fallacies find their way into our justice system, corrupting jurors’ understandings of the legal concepts of consent, relevance and credibility, and what it means to have reasonable doubt.
At the heart of the Court’s decision is the ruling that testimony of women who alleged that Weinstein had committed similar prior sexual acts against them was inadmissible. The Court concluded that, rather than offering context for...
- 4/29/2024
- by Anita Hill
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood mogul who has been convicted and sentenced to 23 years in prison for s*xual assault and r*pe, has been actively seeking to reverse his conviction. His attorney, Arthur Aidala, filed an appeal earlier this year with New York’s highest court to overturn his conviction.
Harvey Weinstein | Credit: CBS Mornings/YouTube
And the legal landscape shifted dramatically when the New York Court of Appeals overturned his conviction on the grounds of procedural errors, paving the way for a retrial. However, amidst the legal turbulence, Weinstein’s personal saga took a new turn with reports stating that he has been hospitalized due to multiple medical issues.
Harvey Weinstein is Hospitalized Following His Conviction Overturn
After the nullification of his 2020 conviction by an appeals court, Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer has revealed that the former Hollywood mogul has been hospitalized in New York City for a series of tests.
Harvey Weinstein | Credit: CBS Mornings/YouTube
And the legal landscape shifted dramatically when the New York Court of Appeals overturned his conviction on the grounds of procedural errors, paving the way for a retrial. However, amidst the legal turbulence, Weinstein’s personal saga took a new turn with reports stating that he has been hospitalized due to multiple medical issues.
Harvey Weinstein is Hospitalized Following His Conviction Overturn
After the nullification of his 2020 conviction by an appeals court, Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer has revealed that the former Hollywood mogul has been hospitalized in New York City for a series of tests.
- 4/28/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Actor Kevin Spacey had been at the peak of his career when he was accused of s*xual assault and was put on trial. Many reports of assault and misconduct came out as part of the Weinstein Effect, which led him to lose out on most of his acting commitments at the time. The actor was also dropped from his long-running Netflix show House of Cards.
Spacey was reportedly cleared of his charges in 2023 and was ready to get back to work again. The two-time Oscar winner won his first Academy Award for his performance as Verbal Kint in Bryan Singer’s cult classic The Usual Suspects. The character was reportedly written with Spacey in mind as he was not too famous at the time, which would have given the twist away.
Kevin Spacey Was Cast In The Usual Suspects Due to His Relative Anonymity A still from Bryan Singer...
Spacey was reportedly cleared of his charges in 2023 and was ready to get back to work again. The two-time Oscar winner won his first Academy Award for his performance as Verbal Kint in Bryan Singer’s cult classic The Usual Suspects. The character was reportedly written with Spacey in mind as he was not too famous at the time, which would have given the twist away.
Kevin Spacey Was Cast In The Usual Suspects Due to His Relative Anonymity A still from Bryan Singer...
- 4/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Days after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction, former entertainment tycoon Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalised in the Big Apple. His attorney, Arthur Aidala, stated that Weinstein is currently being treated at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan after undergoing examinations by doctors on Rikers Island, according to tmz.com.
Aidala said that Weinstein has been referred for further tests, and described his health as a bit of a “train wreck”.
Aidala also indicated that he has had conversations with the disgraced producer since his release from prison, and he’s in good spirits and happy with his medical care.
Weinstein’s attorney didn’t specify the exact health issues leading to his hospitalisation.
Weinstein is reportedly dealing with cardiac issues, diabetes, sleep apnea, and eye problems, among other ailments.
Following a sentencing of 16 years in prison by a judge in Los Angeles, Weinstein’s representative, Juda Engelmayer, criticised the severity of the sentence,...
Aidala said that Weinstein has been referred for further tests, and described his health as a bit of a “train wreck”.
Aidala also indicated that he has had conversations with the disgraced producer since his release from prison, and he’s in good spirits and happy with his medical care.
Weinstein’s attorney didn’t specify the exact health issues leading to his hospitalisation.
Weinstein is reportedly dealing with cardiac issues, diabetes, sleep apnea, and eye problems, among other ailments.
Following a sentencing of 16 years in prison by a judge in Los Angeles, Weinstein’s representative, Juda Engelmayer, criticised the severity of the sentence,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized in New York City, days after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction.
Attorney Arthur Aidala said Saturday that Weinstein was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to the Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically,” Aidala said. “He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health wise.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue.
“Mr. Weinstein has a history of high blood pressure, heart issues, and a myriad of other health conditions. The trip from the Walsh Rmu to NYC triggered some of the health issues that warranted closer monitoring,” Juda Engelmayer, Weinstein’s spokesperson, told Variety in a statement.
Attorney Arthur Aidala said Saturday that Weinstein was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to the Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically,” Aidala said. “He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health wise.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue.
“Mr. Weinstein has a history of high blood pressure, heart issues, and a myriad of other health conditions. The trip from the Walsh Rmu to NYC triggered some of the health issues that warranted closer monitoring,” Juda Engelmayer, Weinstein’s spokesperson, told Variety in a statement.
- 4/27/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Harvey Weinstein was admitted to a Manhattan hospital on Saturday, two days after his New York rape conviction was overturned by a slim majority of the state’s highest appeals court.
The disgraced former Hollywood mogul’s lawyer Arthur Aidala told reporters his client was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for multiple tests.
“He’s got a lot of problems,” Aidala said. “He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck, health-wise.”
Weinstein, 72, remains under custody while in hospital.
He is due to return to court in New York on May 1 after the Manhattan...
The disgraced former Hollywood mogul’s lawyer Arthur Aidala told reporters his client was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for multiple tests.
“He’s got a lot of problems,” Aidala said. “He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck, health-wise.”
Weinstein, 72, remains under custody while in hospital.
He is due to return to court in New York on May 1 after the Manhattan...
- 4/27/2024
- ScreenDaily
Former producer Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized for a battery of tests regarding an undisclosed ailment, his lawyer said Saturday.
Weinstein is at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan. He arrived there Friday after returning to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically. He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck, health-wise,” his attorney, Arthur Aidala said.
Craig Rothfeld, his prison consultant and Dept. of Corrections liaison, said that “We are grateful for NYC Doc’s care and discretion as they have been treating Harvey Weinstein’s medical issues as best they can.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said only that Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue. Thomas Mailey,...
Weinstein is at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan. He arrived there Friday after returning to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically. He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck, health-wise,” his attorney, Arthur Aidala said.
Craig Rothfeld, his prison consultant and Dept. of Corrections liaison, said that “We are grateful for NYC Doc’s care and discretion as they have been treating Harvey Weinstein’s medical issues as best they can.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said only that Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue. Thomas Mailey,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Harvey Weinstein was hospitalized Friday just a day after a New York appeals court overturned the rape conviction against the disgraced producer.
Prior to the the New York Court of Appeals’ 4-3 decision nullifying the 2020 conviction, Weinstein was serving time his 23-year sentence at a Rome, New York prison. He was brought to New York City following the appeals court ruling, after which he was sent to Manhattan’s Bellevue Hospital for “all kinds of tests,” his lawyer Arthur Aidala said (via the Associated Press).
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue.
Prior to the the New York Court of Appeals’ 4-3 decision nullifying the 2020 conviction, Weinstein was serving time his 23-year sentence at a Rome, New York prison. He was brought to New York City following the appeals court ruling, after which he was sent to Manhattan’s Bellevue Hospital for “all kinds of tests,” his lawyer Arthur Aidala said (via the Associated Press).
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue.
- 4/27/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Two days after Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction was overturned by the New York Court of Appeals, the former movie mogul has been hospitalized.
Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said he was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to The Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue,” Aidala explained. “It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically. He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health-wise.”
NYC Department of Correction spokesperson Frank Dwyer told The Hollywood Reporter that Weinstein remains in custody while in the hospital. A representative for the former movie producer told THR that his prison consultant and Doc liaison, Craig Rothfeld, said they “are grateful for NYC Doc’s care and discretion as they have been treating Harvey Weinstein’s medical issues as best they can.
Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said he was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to The Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue,” Aidala explained. “It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically. He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health-wise.”
NYC Department of Correction spokesperson Frank Dwyer told The Hollywood Reporter that Weinstein remains in custody while in the hospital. A representative for the former movie producer told THR that his prison consultant and Doc liaison, Craig Rothfeld, said they “are grateful for NYC Doc’s care and discretion as they have been treating Harvey Weinstein’s medical issues as best they can.
- 4/27/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Harvey Weinstein made headlines again recently as his conviction on counts of r*pe in New York was reportedly overturned by the New York Court of Appeals. The former studio head became the catalyst for the ‘#MeToo’ and ‘Time’sUp’ movements across the globe and his conviction was regarded as a huge victory for the movement.
Weinstein was known for his alleged unethical business practices even before his serious crimes came to the forefront. He came under fire recently when it became known that his company Miramax reportedly removed author Neil Gaiman’s credits from the posters of the English version of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke. Gaiman had reportedly been the main translator of the project.
Harvey Weinstein’s Miramax Removed Neil Gaiman’s Credits From Princess Mononoke Harvey Weinstein | Credits: YouTube/CNN
Harvey Weinstein‘s r*pe conviction was reportedly recently overturned by the New York Court of Appeals.
Weinstein was known for his alleged unethical business practices even before his serious crimes came to the forefront. He came under fire recently when it became known that his company Miramax reportedly removed author Neil Gaiman’s credits from the posters of the English version of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke. Gaiman had reportedly been the main translator of the project.
Harvey Weinstein’s Miramax Removed Neil Gaiman’s Credits From Princess Mononoke Harvey Weinstein | Credits: YouTube/CNN
Harvey Weinstein‘s r*pe conviction was reportedly recently overturned by the New York Court of Appeals.
- 4/27/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Mariska Hargitay is well-known for her Law & Order Svu character Olivia Benson. Mariska actually is a lot more like Olivia Benson than a lot of fans realize, and advocates for sexual abuse victims in real life too.
The Me Too movement took a huge loss today in New York, and the Law & Order star is heartbroken over the court’s decision in the Harvey Weinstein case.
Harvey Weinstein – Verdict Overturned
Harvey Weinstein’s guilty verdict in his 2018 rape case in New York has been overturned and thrown out.
Weinstein’s lawyer argued that the judge in the case didn’t give Harvey a fair shake, and made it nearly impossible for a jury to come to a fair verdict.
The Supreme Court unfortunately agreed that Weinstein’s character was put on trial, rather than cold hard facts in the rape case.
On Thursday April 25 the official announcement came that...
The Me Too movement took a huge loss today in New York, and the Law & Order star is heartbroken over the court’s decision in the Harvey Weinstein case.
Harvey Weinstein – Verdict Overturned
Harvey Weinstein’s guilty verdict in his 2018 rape case in New York has been overturned and thrown out.
Weinstein’s lawyer argued that the judge in the case didn’t give Harvey a fair shake, and made it nearly impossible for a jury to come to a fair verdict.
The Supreme Court unfortunately agreed that Weinstein’s character was put on trial, rather than cold hard facts in the rape case.
On Thursday April 25 the official announcement came that...
- 4/27/2024
- by Amanda Austin
- Celebrating The Soaps
Too Hot To Handle’s Harry Jowsey. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Harry Jowsey became immensely popular with Too Hot To Handle. The TV personality and social media star recently shared a shocking update with his fans and followers. Jowsey is diagnosed with skin cancer. The news has shaken his fans, who wished him well on social media.
In 2020, Harry Jowsey appeared on Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle. He became a fan favourite and won hearts with his good looks and charm. On April 26, the YouTuber took to his TikTok page to share an update about getting diagnosed with skin cancer.
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Harry Jowsey became immensely popular with Too Hot To Handle. The TV personality and social media star recently shared a shocking update with his fans and followers. Jowsey is diagnosed with skin cancer. The news has shaken his fans, who wished him well on social media.
In 2020, Harry Jowsey appeared on Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle. He became a fan favourite and won hearts with his good looks and charm. On April 26, the YouTuber took to his TikTok page to share an update about getting diagnosed with skin cancer.
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- 4/27/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
MeToo founder Tarana Burke has spoken out defiantly in response to the overturning of Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction, the BBC reports.
Burke, who first coined the phrase MeToo to describe women victims of sexual abuse as early as 2006, and saw it gain worldwide recognition in 2017 in the light of accusations against Weinstein, said: “This is not a blow to the movement. It is a clarion call and we are prepared to answer that call.”
This comes after New York Court of Appeals ruled that the disgraced producer did not receive a fair trial in 2020, and ordered he face a new trial.
While Weinstein’s lawyer called the decision “a victory for every criminal defendant in the state of New York,” Burke was among many people criticising the decision. The BBC quotes her saying:
“We are devastated for the survivors who are connected to this case and the survivors who...
Burke, who first coined the phrase MeToo to describe women victims of sexual abuse as early as 2006, and saw it gain worldwide recognition in 2017 in the light of accusations against Weinstein, said: “This is not a blow to the movement. It is a clarion call and we are prepared to answer that call.”
This comes after New York Court of Appeals ruled that the disgraced producer did not receive a fair trial in 2020, and ordered he face a new trial.
While Weinstein’s lawyer called the decision “a victory for every criminal defendant in the state of New York,” Burke was among many people criticising the decision. The BBC quotes her saying:
“We are devastated for the survivors who are connected to this case and the survivors who...
- 4/27/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Back in 2020, former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was convicted of sexually assaulting Miriam Haley, a production assistant on Project Runaway; this happened in 2006 and when the conviction arrived in 2020, it was the first major moment of the #MeToo movement. The once-great and influential producer was disgraced and in 2022, a second conviction – for a rape that happened in Los Angeles – arrived and added to Weinstein’s total jail sentence.
The producer, of course, filed an appeal and the New York Cour of Appeals ruled, with a thin (4-3) majority decision that Weinstein’s due justice rights were breached when the original judge, James Burke, decided to allow testimonies by women that were not directly related to the case at hand. This is why the conviction was overturned and a new trial was ordered, although Weinstein will – luckily – remain in jail due to the other conviction.
Weinstein’s attorney argued that the...
The producer, of course, filed an appeal and the New York Cour of Appeals ruled, with a thin (4-3) majority decision that Weinstein’s due justice rights were breached when the original judge, James Burke, decided to allow testimonies by women that were not directly related to the case at hand. This is why the conviction was overturned and a new trial was ordered, although Weinstein will – luckily – remain in jail due to the other conviction.
Weinstein’s attorney argued that the...
- 4/26/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Harvey Weinstein will return to court on May 1.
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office said Friday that Weinstein is expected to appear before Judge Curtis Farber on Wednesday, May 1 at 2:15 p.m.
The court appearance will be the first for Weinstein since the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction earlier this week.
In the 4-3 ruling, judge Jenny Rivera wrote that the judge in the New York County trial prejudiced Weinstein with improper rulings, including allowing women to testify about allegations that were not part of the case.
The D.A.’s office did not indicate what Wednesday’s hearing would be about, but it reiterated its previous statement that “we will do everything in our power to retry this case.”
Some of Weinstein’s accusers responded to the ruling by declaring it “profoundly unjust.”
Even if Weinstein is released from New York State custody pending a new trial,...
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office said Friday that Weinstein is expected to appear before Judge Curtis Farber on Wednesday, May 1 at 2:15 p.m.
The court appearance will be the first for Weinstein since the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction earlier this week.
In the 4-3 ruling, judge Jenny Rivera wrote that the judge in the New York County trial prejudiced Weinstein with improper rulings, including allowing women to testify about allegations that were not part of the case.
The D.A.’s office did not indicate what Wednesday’s hearing would be about, but it reiterated its previous statement that “we will do everything in our power to retry this case.”
Some of Weinstein’s accusers responded to the ruling by declaring it “profoundly unjust.”
Even if Weinstein is released from New York State custody pending a new trial,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Less than a week after Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction was tossed out by New York’s highest court, the much-accused Pulp Fiction producer is set to be in front of a judge.
Weinstein will appear in Manhattan Supreme Court on May 1, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office said late Friday, The hearing in Judge Curtis Farber’s courtroom is set to start at 2:15 p.m. Et.
In a 4-3 ruling, the New York Court of Appeals on April 25 said that Weinstein’s conviction and 23-year sentence is to be overturned. Writing for the majority, Judge Jenny Rivera said now ex-Justice James Burke “erroneously admitted testimony of uncharged, alleged prior sexual acts against persons other than the complainants of the underlying crimes” four years ago when he was overseeing the trial.
The Appeals Court has ordered a new trial for Weinstein.
The purpose of the May 1 hearing is...
Weinstein will appear in Manhattan Supreme Court on May 1, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office said late Friday, The hearing in Judge Curtis Farber’s courtroom is set to start at 2:15 p.m. Et.
In a 4-3 ruling, the New York Court of Appeals on April 25 said that Weinstein’s conviction and 23-year sentence is to be overturned. Writing for the majority, Judge Jenny Rivera said now ex-Justice James Burke “erroneously admitted testimony of uncharged, alleged prior sexual acts against persons other than the complainants of the underlying crimes” four years ago when he was overseeing the trial.
The Appeals Court has ordered a new trial for Weinstein.
The purpose of the May 1 hearing is...
- 4/26/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Miriam Haley, the key witness at Harvey Weinstein’s rape trial in New York, said Friday that she is weighing whether to testify again, after an appeals court on Thursday overturned his guilty verdict.
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has indicated that it will seek to retry the former producer, but a trial likely would not go forward without Haley’s participation.
At a press conference with her attorney, Gloria Allred, Haley said she does not want to go through the ordeal of another trial, but recognized there are broader issues at stake.
“This isn’t just about me,” she said. “It’s a really important case. It’s in the public eye. It is difficult for me personally, but it is important for the collective.”
The Court of Appeals overturned Weinstein’s verdict on a 4-3 vote, finding that the trial judge, James Burke, erred by allowing testimony from...
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has indicated that it will seek to retry the former producer, but a trial likely would not go forward without Haley’s participation.
At a press conference with her attorney, Gloria Allred, Haley said she does not want to go through the ordeal of another trial, but recognized there are broader issues at stake.
“This isn’t just about me,” she said. “It’s a really important case. It’s in the public eye. It is difficult for me personally, but it is important for the collective.”
The Court of Appeals overturned Weinstein’s verdict on a 4-3 vote, finding that the trial judge, James Burke, erred by allowing testimony from...
- 4/26/2024
- by Gene Maddaus
- Variety Film + TV
Harvey Weinstein, whose New York rape conviction was overturned this week, will return to court in New York on May 1.
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced the court date on Friday but did not specify what the hearing will be about.
However Associated Press ran a statement from the office on Friday that read, “We will do everything in our power to retry this case, and remain steadfast in our commitment to survivors of sexual assault.”
Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction was overturned by a 4-3 majority of the New York Court of Appeals, which held that the original trial...
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced the court date on Friday but did not specify what the hearing will be about.
However Associated Press ran a statement from the office on Friday that read, “We will do everything in our power to retry this case, and remain steadfast in our commitment to survivors of sexual assault.”
Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction was overturned by a 4-3 majority of the New York Court of Appeals, which held that the original trial...
- 4/26/2024
- ScreenDaily
On Thursday, New York’s highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction, which has left those who had testified against the former movie mogul left to prepare for a potential retrial.
The court’s decision hinged on the finding that the trial judge had unfairly allowed testimony based on allegations that were not part of the case against Weinstein. The verdict reopened a painful chapter in America’s collective perspective of sexual misconduct by influential individuals, a movement that gained momentum in 2017 with a deluge of allegations against Weinstein. This manifested in the global survivor-led movement against sexual violence – #MeToo.
Advocates of the #MeToo movement emphasized that the ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not absolve Weinstein’s behavior. They asserted that the original trial had undeniably shifted societal attitudes towards sexual assault. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office expressed its intention to retry Weinstein, while one of his accusers,...
The court’s decision hinged on the finding that the trial judge had unfairly allowed testimony based on allegations that were not part of the case against Weinstein. The verdict reopened a painful chapter in America’s collective perspective of sexual misconduct by influential individuals, a movement that gained momentum in 2017 with a deluge of allegations against Weinstein. This manifested in the global survivor-led movement against sexual violence – #MeToo.
Advocates of the #MeToo movement emphasized that the ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not absolve Weinstein’s behavior. They asserted that the original trial had undeniably shifted societal attitudes towards sexual assault. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office expressed its intention to retry Weinstein, while one of his accusers,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
On Thursday, #MeToo founder Tarana Burke voiced her disappointment at Harvey Weinstein’s conviction being overturned by the New York Court of Appeals at a press conference in New York City.
Burke said the #MeToo movement will continue the fight to make sure survivors of sexual abuse are protected. “When we have low moments, we get low and we get dirty and we do what we have to do. We get in the trenches and we do our work, and we will continue to do that,” she said, according to multiple outlets’ coverage of the press conference. “The outcome of this case doesn’t change that.”
The activist also expressed that she was “devastated for the survivors who are connected to this case and the survivors who have found some solace and catharsis in the original verdict around Harvey Weinstein.”
However, in a video shared by The Guardian from the press conference,...
Burke said the #MeToo movement will continue the fight to make sure survivors of sexual abuse are protected. “When we have low moments, we get low and we get dirty and we do what we have to do. We get in the trenches and we do our work, and we will continue to do that,” she said, according to multiple outlets’ coverage of the press conference. “The outcome of this case doesn’t change that.”
The activist also expressed that she was “devastated for the survivors who are connected to this case and the survivors who have found some solace and catharsis in the original verdict around Harvey Weinstein.”
However, in a video shared by The Guardian from the press conference,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
One of the 12 jurors who heard Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 sexual assault trial and voted for his conviction, which was overturned on Thursday by New York’s Court of Appeals, has written an op-ed for U.S. News and World Report in which she calls the reversal a gut-punch that should not have happened, as the jury’s decision was not influenced by the so-called Molineux witnesses whose testimony in 2020, in part, led to the decision to overturn the conviction.
“The decision is a punch in the gut to Weinstein’s victims — and to all rape victims, where so often the only evidence is a woman’s word,” Amanda Brainerd, who was juror 11, wrote in her piece. She went on to add, “Our justice system failed us today.”
The 72-year-old convicted rapist and former Miramax movie mogul was found guilty at his 2020 New York County trial of forcibly performing oral sex on...
“The decision is a punch in the gut to Weinstein’s victims — and to all rape victims, where so often the only evidence is a woman’s word,” Amanda Brainerd, who was juror 11, wrote in her piece. She went on to add, “Our justice system failed us today.”
The 72-year-old convicted rapist and former Miramax movie mogul was found guilty at his 2020 New York County trial of forcibly performing oral sex on...
- 4/26/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
19 Kids and Counting alum, Josh Duggar went to prison for Csam offenses, and evidence of his molestation of his sisters was allowed in court. Harvey Weinstein had his rape conviction overturned because the court allowed people to testify about his bad behavior and they were not part of the charges. He will now have a new trial. Will that help the TLC alum get his conviction overturned as well?
Josh Duggar Trial Heard Testimony By Bobye Holt
During his trial, the former 19 Kids and Counting star listened as Bobye Holt related how he confessed to the molestation when he was a younger teen. Of course, the defense objected to that information being presented in a case relating to abusive videos of children. However, it was used to present a motive for his crimes using his computer.
Josh Duggar Jailed For 12 Years – Et – YouTube
Harvey Weinstein was convicted on charges...
Josh Duggar Trial Heard Testimony By Bobye Holt
During his trial, the former 19 Kids and Counting star listened as Bobye Holt related how he confessed to the molestation when he was a younger teen. Of course, the defense objected to that information being presented in a case relating to abusive videos of children. However, it was used to present a motive for his crimes using his computer.
Josh Duggar Jailed For 12 Years – Et – YouTube
Harvey Weinstein was convicted on charges...
- 4/26/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
When New York’s top court overturned Harvey Weinstein’s Manhattan-based sex crimes conviction in a surprise move Thursday, questions about Weinstein’s reversal of fortune and what comes next for the disgraced movie mogul started to multiply.
Will there be a new trial in New York? Could Weinstein be released on bail while that question plays out? Is Weinstein’s subsequent conviction in California in jeopardy now too?
A spokesperson for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg quickly signaled Thursday that the office hoped to put Weinstein back in front of a jury.
Will there be a new trial in New York? Could Weinstein be released on bail while that question plays out? Is Weinstein’s subsequent conviction in California in jeopardy now too?
A spokesperson for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg quickly signaled Thursday that the office hoped to put Weinstein back in front of a jury.
- 4/26/2024
- by Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
In 2017, a number of sources confirmed that Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, had secured an internship with Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer being accused of s*xual harassment.
The 72-year-old was given a 23-year prison sentence after being found guilty in 2020 of first-degree criminal s*xual act and third-degree r*pe. However, in the case that served as a catalyst for the MeToo movement, New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned the Oscar-winning producer’s 2020 s*x crime conviction.
Harvey Weinstein (Image via Flickr)
In light of this, social media took to X, bringing up a unique connection between the 44th President of the United States and Weinstein. Having said that, the news of Malia Obama interning for The Weinstein Company’s co-founder has caused quite an uproar among the public.
The Public Outcry: Malia Obama’s Involvement with Harvey Weinstein
The eldest...
The 72-year-old was given a 23-year prison sentence after being found guilty in 2020 of first-degree criminal s*xual act and third-degree r*pe. However, in the case that served as a catalyst for the MeToo movement, New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned the Oscar-winning producer’s 2020 s*x crime conviction.
Harvey Weinstein (Image via Flickr)
In light of this, social media took to X, bringing up a unique connection between the 44th President of the United States and Weinstein. Having said that, the news of Malia Obama interning for The Weinstein Company’s co-founder has caused quite an uproar among the public.
The Public Outcry: Malia Obama’s Involvement with Harvey Weinstein
The eldest...
- 4/26/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Harvey Weinstein became famous for being a Hollywood film producer who won an Oscar for the 1999 film Shakespeare In Love. Weinstein became infamous for being part of a r*pe scandal and went through several years of trials before being found guilty.
In 2018, more than 80 women stepped forward and accused the producer of forcing them to do certain acts. Having found guilty in a court in New York back in 2020, Weinstein went to jail. The recent news is that the New York Court of Appeals has overturned Weinstein’s conviction!
Harvey Weinstein in an interview with CNN/YouTube When Harvey Weinstein Was Found Guilty
Weinstein has been alleged to forcing himself on women as far back as the 1970s. With the allegations against him, the producer was expelled from the Academy after which, more than 80 women alleged Weinstein with being physical with them.
Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction was made...
In 2018, more than 80 women stepped forward and accused the producer of forcing them to do certain acts. Having found guilty in a court in New York back in 2020, Weinstein went to jail. The recent news is that the New York Court of Appeals has overturned Weinstein’s conviction!
Harvey Weinstein in an interview with CNN/YouTube When Harvey Weinstein Was Found Guilty
Weinstein has been alleged to forcing himself on women as far back as the 1970s. With the allegations against him, the producer was expelled from the Academy after which, more than 80 women alleged Weinstein with being physical with them.
Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction was made...
- 4/26/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 r*pe conviction was overturned by the Court of Appeals in New York, marking a significant reversal in the historic #MeToo movement case. The former Hollywood producer was found guilty of two of the five felony counts of r*pe in 2020.
Given that his prior actions had resulted in an unfair trial, the court granted a new trial. Since February 2020, the 72-year-old has been housed in an upstate New York correctional facility, serving a 23-year sentence stemming from charges of r*pe and s*xual assault.
Harvey Weinstein in a still from The Graham Norton Show
The court found in a 4-3 ruling that Weinstein had been unfairly prejudiced by the trial judge in New York County through the implementation of incorrect rulings, like allowing women to testify about unrelated claims.
In light of this, the court decided that there must be another trial.
Harvey Weinstein’s...
Given that his prior actions had resulted in an unfair trial, the court granted a new trial. Since February 2020, the 72-year-old has been housed in an upstate New York correctional facility, serving a 23-year sentence stemming from charges of r*pe and s*xual assault.
Harvey Weinstein in a still from The Graham Norton Show
The court found in a 4-3 ruling that Weinstein had been unfairly prejudiced by the trial judge in New York County through the implementation of incorrect rulings, like allowing women to testify about unrelated claims.
In light of this, the court decided that there must be another trial.
Harvey Weinstein’s...
- 4/26/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
It was Valentine’s Day earlier this year when, in an Albany courtroom, the seven judges that make up the New York State Court of Appeals spent part of their day hearing oral arguments about potentially overturning the nearly four-year-old landmark trial in which Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was found guilty of two of five felony counts of rape, resulting in a prison sentence of 23 years. On Thursday, more than two months later, the court announced it has reversed the mogul’s conviction in what is a shocking move to many and a pivotal moment in the #MeToo era.
Others who were closely watching the case and the proceedings on that February day in Albany may feel less shocked by the reversal. That Wednesday, the court’s seven judges — four women and three men — held both defense and the prosecution attorneys to account for their arguments, which centered around the...
Others who were closely watching the case and the proceedings on that February day in Albany may feel less shocked by the reversal. That Wednesday, the court’s seven judges — four women and three men — held both defense and the prosecution attorneys to account for their arguments, which centered around the...
- 4/26/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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