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Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harvey Weinstein Doubles Down On Innocence Anthem Ahead Of Retrial Verdict
Harvey Weinstein is standing on business concerning his innocence. The film producer insists he might have been an extremely sexually expressive person, but never did he forcefully have his way with someone of the opposite sex, as his accusers have alleged. Harvey Weinstein was convicted of first-degree criminal sexual act and third-degree rape in his 2020 trial, receiving a 23-year sentence. Weinstein recently spoke out during the jury's deliberations in his rape retrial, expressing "regrets" about his immoral behavior while maintaining his claim of innocence. In a phone interview conducted at Manhattan's Bellevue Hospital, where he is receiving medical treatment, Weinstein reiterated familiar lines he has used in the past. This interview took place on Thursday with "Good Day New York" host Rosanna Scotto, highlighting his ongoing legal situation while he continues to address various health issues while in custody. The disgraced Hollywood film mogul expressed his regrets about the impact of his actions on his family and friends. He acknowledged the emotional pain he caused his wife and others close to him, describing his behavior as immoral and foolish. Yet, he maintained that he never engaged in anything illegal or criminal. As the jury in his Manhattan retrial for rape and a criminal sexual act began their deliberations after six weeks of testimony, TMZ shared that he admitted to feeling "nervous" about the upcoming verdict. As noted by PEOPLE, Combs and Weinstein have now both been accused of sexual assault by model Crystal McKinney. McKinney, in an amended complaint filed against Weinstein on May 30, alleged that Weinstein raped her and a friend in 2003. McKinney had previously filed a lawsuit in 2024, accusing Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her. In McKinney's new complaint, she allegedly received a call from an unnamed executive at a modeling agency who arranged a business meeting with Weinstein at a popular lounge in the West Village. McKinney explained that she took a fellow model and roommate with her, hoping that Weinstein might also consider her for an acting role. After waiting at the lounge, they were eventually directed to Weinstein's table. It was there that McKinney noted Weinstein expressed a desire to get to know them better, suggesting they move their meeting to his place, as he deemed the lounge "too loud and crowded" for a discussion about potential acting opportunities. Upon returning to their hotel room, McKinney alleges in her complaint that the film producer excessively provided alcohol, serving multiple bottles of Boulevardier and Dom Pérignon, along with vodka cocktails. She claims that during this incident, Weinstein inappropriately touched her by grabbing her breasts and tearing at her tank top, causing drinks to spill onto her shirt and prompting a quick trip to the bathroom. In her complaint, she stated that her friend had accompanied her when Weinstein entered the bathroom uninvited. He allegedly demanded that the two women strip and join him in the bathtub, where he then exposed himself. McKinney and her friend felt coerced and complied with his demands, fearing retaliation if they resisted his advances. The model further recounted an incident involving Weinstein, where she alleged that he coerced her and her friend into engaging in sexual acts in a bathtub before forcibly dragging them to the bed. She accused him of raping both women and leaving the hotel room abruptly afterward. McKinney described herself as feeling disgusted and frightened at Weinstein's actions and emphasized that she had been heavily intoxicated at the time of the incident. Afterward, she claimed that when she reported the assault to Weinstein's assistant over the phone, instead of addressing her concerns, the assistant instructed her to leave the hotel room immediately. Following this traumatic experience, McKinney reported suffering from a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, anger, self-blame, suicidal thoughts, body image problems, and a sense of demoralization. Since he resumed serving time at the correctional facility, the producer has been exposed to a plethora of illnesses. As noted by The Blast in April, his legal team said that he was battling cancer and diabetes alongside severe coronary artery disease that caused chest pain from reduced blood flow to the heart. He also reportedly struggled with obstructive sleep apnea, thyroid problems, obesity, chronic pain in his lower back and legs, anemia, and hypertension, among other ailments. Some of these illnesses did not happen overnight or on their own; according to his attorney, his living conditions at Rikers Prison did damage to his health. Weinstein reportedly had to survive under freezing temperatures and was made to wear dirty clothes. All this worsened his already failing health, making him susceptible to COVID-19 and double pneumonia. The producer also had to undergo critical surgery to address a fluid buildup in his heart and lungs. His lawyer, Imran Ansari, criticized New York City officials for contributing to his client's suffering. Ansari revealed that he had made multiple attempts to have Weinstein transferred from Rikers Island to Bellevue Hospital, but city officials consistently ignored those requests. He emphasized that this transfer was vital for Weinstein's health, asserting that it could potentially save his life and prevent premature death. The convicted sex offender's attorney also demanded a monetary settlement for their troubles. As noted by The Blast, Weinstein and his attorney requested a $5 million settlement from Bellevue Hospital, which has treated Weinstein multiple times in 2024, including a stay in the ICU. Despite their previous care, Weinstein criticized the hospital for releasing him back to prison before he had fully recovered. His compensation claim extends beyond the hospital; he also demanded remuneration from the City of New York and its agencies. Weinstein alleged that he had suffered both physically and psychologically due to "horrific" treatment and adverse health conditions while incarcerated. His lawyers argued that the prison had severely mismanaged his health and failed to provide optimum medical care. What verdict awaits Harvey Weinstein in his retrial?
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Harvey Weinstein allegedly sexual assaulted same woman: Report
Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Harvey Weinstein have been accused of sexual assault by the same woman. Crystal McKinney , who filed a lawsuit against Combs in May 2024 alleging he drugged and sexually assaulted her, has now been named in an amended complaint filed on May 30, 2025, against disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein, 73. The original complaint was first filed in February 2025. The complaint, which is unrelated to Diddy's lawsuit, alleged that Weinstein raped McKinney and a friend in a Manhattan hotel room in 2003, reported People. What is said in the complaint? According to the complaint, Crystal McKinney says she received a call from an unnamed modeling agency executive who told her he had arranged a business meeting with Harvey Weinstein at a popular lounge in New York's West Village that evening. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Descubre cómo la IA puede ayudarte a invertir como un pro en CFD COinv Más información Undo McKinney brought along her friend and roommate, also a model, hoping Weinstein might consider her for an acting role as well, People reported. The complaint states that once they arrived at the lounge, they waited before being escorted to Weinstein's table. Live Events McKinney then claimed that Weinstein "repeatedly told them that he wanted to get to know both of them better, so he could see their 'real selves' " and suggested that they move the meeting to "discuss potential acting roles" to his place since the lounge was "too loud and crowded," as per the outlet. However, once they got back to the hotel room, McKinney alleges in the complaint that the film producer "plied" them with alcohol, ordering several bottles of "Boulevardier and Dom Perignon" and" vodka cocktails," reported People. McKinney claimed that she was "disgusted but too frightened to voice her opposition" and had been heavily "intoxicated" at the time. In the filing, she claimed that Weinstein's assistant then called the hotel room, and McKinney informed her of what took place. However, instead of "addressing" her complaints, the assistant allegedly told her to "leave the hotel room immediately," reported People. McKinney said she experienced "depression, anxiety, anger, self-blame, suicidal ideation, body image issues and demoralisation." Weinstein was convicted in New York State for rape and sexual assault in 2020 and subsequently sentenced to 23 years in prison. However, his convictions were overturned in April 2024 after the New York Court of Appeals ruled he didn't receive a fair trial because women uninvolved in the charges were allowed to testify, as per the outlet. In January, Weinstein begged a New York judge to move up his retrial date, claiming that he was in poor health and didn't know "how much longer" he could "hold on." He is serving jail time on Rikers Island due to his 2022 convictions for sex crimes charges in California. As for Combs, he is on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, for which he has pleaded not guilty, reported People. (with agency inputs)
Economic Times
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Harvey Weinstein allegedly sexual assaulted same woman: Report
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Harvey Weinstein accused of sexual assault by same woman Synopsis Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Harvey Weinstein have been accused of sexual assault by the same woman. Crystal McKinney, who filed a lawsuit against Combs in May 2024, accusing him of drugging and sexually assaulting her, has now been named in an amended May 30 complaint, which was initially filed in February 2025, against disgraced film producer Weinstein, 73. Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Harvey Weinstein have been accused of sexual assault by the same woman. Crystal McKinney, who filed a lawsuit against Combs in May 2024 alleging he drugged and sexually assaulted her, has now been named in an amended complaint filed on May 30, 2025, against disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein, 73. The original complaint was first filed in February 2025. ADVERTISEMENT The complaint, which is unrelated to Diddy's lawsuit, alleged that Weinstein raped McKinney and a friend in a Manhattan hotel room in 2003, reported People. What is said in the complaint? According to the complaint, Crystal McKinney says she received a call from an unnamed modeling agency executive who told her he had arranged a business meeting with Harvey Weinstein at a popular lounge in New York's West Village that evening. McKinney brought along her friend and roommate, also a model, hoping Weinstein might consider her for an acting role as well, People reported. The complaint states that once they arrived at the lounge, they waited before being escorted to Weinstein's then claimed that Weinstein "repeatedly told them that he wanted to get to know both of them better, so he could see their 'real selves' " and suggested that they move the meeting to "discuss potential acting roles" to his place since the lounge was "too loud and crowded," as per the outlet. ADVERTISEMENT However, once they got back to the hotel room, McKinney alleges in the complaint that the film producer "plied" them with alcohol, ordering several bottles of "Boulevardier and Dom Perignon" and" vodka cocktails," reported People. McKinney claimed that she was "disgusted but too frightened to voice her opposition" and had been heavily "intoxicated" at the time. ADVERTISEMENT In the filing, she claimed that Weinstein's assistant then called the hotel room, and McKinney informed her of what took place. However, instead of "addressing" her complaints, the assistant allegedly told her to "leave the hotel room immediately," reported People. McKinney said she experienced "depression, anxiety, anger, self-blame, suicidal ideation, body image issues and demoralisation." ADVERTISEMENT Weinstein was convicted in New York State for rape and sexual assault in 2020 and subsequently sentenced to 23 years in prison. However, his convictions were overturned in April 2024 after the New York Court of Appeals ruled he didn't receive a fair trial because women uninvolved in the charges were allowed to testify, as per the outlet. In January, Weinstein begged a New York judge to move up his retrial date, claiming that he was in poor health and didn't know "how much longer" he could "hold on." He is serving jail time on Rikers Island due to his 2022 convictions for sex crimes charges in California. ADVERTISEMENT As for Combs, he is on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, for which he has pleaded not guilty, reported People. (with agency inputs) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates. NEXT STORY
Hindustan Times
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Woman who filed lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy' Combs added to sexual assault complaint against Harvey Weinstein
Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Harvey Weinstein have been accused of sexual assault by the same woman. Crystal McKinney, who filed a lawsuit against Diddy in May 2024, accusing him of drugging and sexually assaulting her, has now been named in an amended 30 May complaint, which was initially filed in February 2025, against disgraced film producer Weinstein, 73. (Also Read: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' evidence files reveal a photo of a bikini-clad mega icon, and it's not the Kardashians) The complaint, which is unrelated to Diddy's lawsuit, alleged that Weinstein raped McKinney and a friend in a Manhattan hotel room in 2003, reported People. According to the complaint, McKinney claims she received a call from an unnamed modelling company executive telling her that he had set up a business meeting between her and Weinstein at a popular West Village lounge in the evening. McKinney said she brought along a fellow modelling friend and roommate to see if he would "consider her as well for an acting role," reported the publication. According to the complaint, they arrived at the lounge and waited for the film mogul to arrive before being ushered to his table. McKinney then claimed that Weinstein "repeatedly told them that he wanted to get to know both of them better, so he could see their 'real selves' " and suggested that they move the meeting to "discuss potential acting roles" to his place since the lounge was "too loud and crowded," as per the outlet. However, once they got back to the hotel room, McKinney alleges in the complaint that the film producer "plied" them with alcohol, ordering several bottles of "Boulevardier and Dom Perignon" and" vodka cocktails," reported the publication. McKinney claimed that she was "disgusted but too frightened to voice her opposition" and had been heavily "intoxicated" at the time. In the filing, she claimed that Weinstein's assistant then called the hotel room, and McKinney informed her of what took place. However, instead of "addressing" her complaints, the assistant allegedly told her to "leave the hotel room immediately," reported the publication. McKinney said she experienced "depression, anxiety, anger, self-blame, suicidal ideation, body image issues and demoralisation." Weinstein was convicted in New York State for rape and sexual assault in 2020 and subsequently sentenced to 23 years in prison. However, his convictions were overturned in April 2024 after the New York Court of Appeals ruled he didn't receive a fair trial because women uninvolved in the charges were allowed to testify, as per the outlet. In January, Weinstein begged a New York judge to move up his retrial date, claiming that he was in poor health and didn't know "how much longer" he could "hold on." He is serving jail time on Rikers Island due to his 2022 convictions for sex crimes charges in California. As for Diddy, he is on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, for which he has pleaded not guilty, reported the publication.
Pink Villa
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Crystal McKinney? Woman Accusing Both Diddy and Harvey Weinstein of Disgusting Acts
Trigger Warning: This article includes references to sexual assault and rape. Crystal McKinney has made headlines after accusing both Sean Diddy Combs and Harvey Weinstein of s*xual assault. McKinney first filed a lawsuit in May 2024 against Combs, alleging that he drugged and assaulted her. Just a few weeks later, her name surfaced again in an amended complaint filed on May 30, 2025, this time accusing Weinstein of r*pe in an incident that allegedly happened in 2003. The case against Weinstein is not connected to the lawsuit against Combs, but both cases have brought renewed attention to McKinney's story. According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, McKinney said she was invited to a meeting with Weinstein by an unnamed executive from a modeling agency. She went to a West Village lounge along with her friend and roommate, hoping to discuss potential acting roles. Who is Crystal McKinney and what is she alleging? Crystal McKinney claims that Weinstein arrived at the lounge, talked to them briefly, and then suggested moving the meeting to a quieter place because the lounge was too loud and crowded. She alleges that they followed him to a Manhattan hotel room, where he ordered several bottles of Boulevardier and Dom Pérignon and vodka cocktails. Once inside, McKinney said things escalated quickly. She alleges that Weinstein groped her and tore at her tank top, causing her to run to the bathroom. According to the lawsuit, her friend joined her there, but Weinstein allegedly barged in and told them to strip and take a bath with him. McKinney said they felt "backed into a corner and feared that he would retaliate against them if they refused his s*xual advances." The complaint claims that Weinstein told the two women to engage in s*xual acts with each other in the bathtub. He then 'dragged' them to the bed and allegedly r*ped both of them. After the incident, McKinney said Weinstein abruptly left the hotel room. She also stated that his assistant called afterward. When McKinney informed the assistant of what had happened, she was told to leave the hotel room immediately instead of receiving help. McKinney says the alleged assault led to long-term trauma. The complaint details the emotional and mental toll it took on her, including "depression, anxiety, anger, self-blame, suicidal ideation, body image issues, and demoralization." Harvey Weinstein, who was convicted in 2020 for separate r*pe charges, had his conviction overturned in April 2024 due to trial irregularities. He is currently in custody at Rikers Island after being convicted in California in 2022. While Weinstein awaits a retrial in New York, Diddy is also facing serious legal trouble. He has been charged with s*x trafficking and racketeering. Combs has pleaded not guilty.
