‘Legends of the Fall’ actress Julia Ormond has filed a lawsuit against disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein, accusing him of sexually assaulting her in 1995 and damaging her career.
‘Legends Of The Fall’ Actress, Julia Ormond, Sues Movie Producer Harvey Weinstein For Sexual Abuse And Allegedly Hindering Her Career| Photo: Daily Mail
The lawsuit, the ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress filed was under the Adult Survivors Act.
The lawsuit implicates the Walt Disney Co., Miramax, and Ormond’s former agents for allegedly being aware of Weinstein’s misconduct but failing to take any action.
The ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress claims that after a business meeting in December 1995, Weinstein committed battery against her and retaliated against her when she confronted him.
The ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress contends that she informed her agents at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), but they provided no support and advised against taking legal action.
The lawsuit highlights the alleged knowledge of Weinstein’s history by CAA, Disney, and Miramax, stating that they prioritized his importance and financial gains over the safety of women.
This is the first time the ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress has publicly accused Weinstein of assault.
According to AP News, Weinstein’s attorney denies the allegations, and CAA says that the claims made by the ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress are baseless.
The ‘Legends of the Fall’ actress lawsuit against the movie producer is significant as few have sued Weinstein with such a broad list of defendants.
Weinstein is currently serving prison time for sexual assault convictions, AP News added.
