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Ailing Harvey Weinstein begs to have Me Too retrial sooner than April 15: ‘Don’t know how much longer I can hold on’ | Hollywood

Ailing Harvey Weinstein begs to have Me Too retrial sooner than April 15: ‘Don’t know how much longer I can hold on’ | Hollywood

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Harvey Weinstein begged a New York judge on Wednesday to hold his #MeToo retrial as soon as possible, telling him “I don’t know how much longer I can hold on” with cancer, heart issues and harsh conditions at New York City’s Rikers Island jail complex. Harvey Weinstein begs for his retrial to be commenced sooner.(AFP) The disgraced movie mogul objected after Judge Curtis Farber said the retrial would start April 15, imploring him to swap with another, unrelated trial the judge has in March. “Everyday I’m at Rikers Island, it’s a mystery to me how I’m still walking,” Weinstein said at a hearing in state court in Manhattan. “I’m holding on because I want justice for myself and I want this to be over with,” he said. Weinstein, 72, is being treated for numerous health conditions, including chronic myeloid leukemia, heart issues and diabetes. He complained to Farber that jail officers gave him the wrong pills Wednesday morning and failed to pick him up for court in a timely fashion. “So many people suffering on …

When Blake Lively Was ‘Devastated’ To Hear MeToo Allegations Against Harvey Weinstein

When Blake Lively Was ‘Devastated’ To Hear MeToo Allegations Against Harvey Weinstein

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Last Updated:January 13, 2025, 20:24 IST In 2017, the MeToo movement gained momentum and shocking accusations against producer Harvey Weinstein dominated headlines. When Blake Lively reacted to allegations against Harvey Weinstein. (Photo Credits: Instagram) It feels like a lifetime ago, but back in 2017, Hollywood found itself at the epicentre of a seismic cultural shift. The MeToo movement gained momentum and shocking accusations against producer Harvey Weinstein dominated headlines, leaving the world in collective disbelief. Accusations poured in from numerous women, shining a glaring spotlight on an industry plagued by silence. Amid the uproar, actress Blake Lively opened up about her past association with the infamous producer. In an interview at that time, Lively spoke about the shocking revelations, admitting she hadn’t heard any whispers of Weinstein’s behaviour during her interactions with him. “That was never my experience,” she said during a 2017 conversation with The Hollywood Reporter and expressed disbelief that such actions could persist unnoticed for so long. “I never heard any stories like this — I never heard anything specific …

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalised After ‘Alarming’ Blood Test, Says His Lawyer

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalised After ‘Alarming’ Blood Test, Says His Lawyer

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Harvey Weinstein was taken to hospital on Monday for treatment after an “alarming” blood test result. New York: Harvey Weinstein was taken to hospital on Monday for treatment after an “alarming” blood test result that required immediate medical attention, and he is expected to stay there until his condition stabilizes, his lawyer said. The disgraced Hollywood movie mogul’s lawyers have previously said he is beset with health problems. He was rushed to the hospital from New York City’s Rikers Island jail on Sept. 8 to undergo heart surgery. A jury found Weinstein, 72, sexually assaulted former production assistant Miriam Haley in 2006 and raped aspiring actress Jessica Mann in 2013. They are among more than 80 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison for the New York case, and to 16 years in prison for the separate California case. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Disclaimer: We do not own any of …

Harvey Weinstein seeks million in damages, alleging lack of medical care, mistreatment at Rikers Island jail | Hollywood

Harvey Weinstein seeks $5 million in damages, alleging lack of medical care, mistreatment at Rikers Island jail | Hollywood

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Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has filed a $5 million claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at the notorious Rikers Island jail complex. The claim, filed by Weinstein’s lawyers, is against New York City. (Also read: Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after cancer diagnosis, plans legal action) Former film producer Harvey Weinstein appears in court in New York on October 23, 2024 in New York City. Weinstein attended the pretrial hearing ahead of his retrial on sex crimes charges. (Sarah Yenesel- Pool/Getty Images/AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) What is Harvey Weinstein alleging? Weinstein has been in prison since early this year, and has been hospitalised twice for various medical conditions. The legal claim, which seeks $5 million in damages, argues he’d been returned to Rikers each time before he had fully recovered. The notice of claim is the first step in filing a lawsuit against the city. It accuses the prison facility of failing to manage the former Hollywood producer’s medical conditions, which include chronic myeloid leukemia and diabetes. …

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after cancer diagnosis, plans legal action against… | Hollywood

Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after cancer diagnosis, plans legal action against… | Hollywood

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Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood mogul serving time for multiple sex crimes, is back in the hospital while battling chronic myeloid leukemia. The 72-year-old has accused New York City officials of “medical negligence,” claiming he’s being denied adequate care while in custody. his team is reportedly considering legal action, alleging that the city’s refusal to keep him at Bellevue Hospital during his upcoming retrial risks his health. Attorney Arthur Aidala said Harvey Weinstein was moved to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan after his arrival on Friday to city jails.(AP) Harvey Weinstein plans to sue NYC officials Harvey Weinstein, whose initial conviction was partly overturned, now faces a retrial on two charges while battling a serious form of bone marrow cancer, diagnosed last October. His team, according to the Post, claims Weinstein isn’t receiving adequate medical care while in custody and is reportedly considering legal action against NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue. Also read: Imane Khelif gender row: What is 5-Alpha reductase deficiency allegedly found in leaked medical report? The movie producer’s legal team argues that the decision …

Kevin Smith Reveals Harvey Weinstein Cried Watching Chasing Amy; Regrets Career Ties To Disgraced Producer

Kevin Smith Reveals Harvey Weinstein Cried Watching Chasing Amy; Regrets Career Ties To Disgraced Producer

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Kevin Smith, the filmmaker behind Chasing Amy, has recently reflected on the lasting impact of working with Harvey Weinstein. Speaking in Sav Rodgers’ new documentary Chasing Chasing Amy, Smith shared his experience of screening the film for Weinstein back in 1997. “He’s crying, Harvey,” said Smith, recalling the moment in the documentary. Weinstein, then 72, was deeply moved and told Smith, “That’s a Miramax movie.” Smith admitted how much those words meant to him at the time. “I loved hearing that,” he said. However, with the benefit of hindsight and in light of Weinstein’s now widely known abuses, Smith feels differently. “You know, I thought he was who I thought he was,” he added. “Now, put through the filter of what we know, tough to f—ing feel sentimental about it.” Smith’s career is undeniably connected to Harvey Weinstein, who was a powerful figure in the film industry for years before his fall from grace. Reflecting on this connection, Smith regretted their past work. “I can’t erase the past,” he stated. “I can’t go back and …

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer to hire private investigator, retrial moved to next year | Hollywood

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer to hire private investigator, retrial moved to next year | Hollywood

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Harvey Weinstein’s retrial on sex crimes charges in Manhattan won’t start until at least next year — and his lawyers plan to hire a private investigator to look into a new allegation against the movie mogul that will now be part of the case. The new details came as Weinstein appeared in court Wednesday for a pretrial hearing. (Also Read: Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, undergoing treatment in New York prison) Harvey Weinstein’s retrial moved to January 2025(AFP) Weinstein was already facing retrial on two sex crimes charges after the state’s highest court overturned his 2020 conviction earlier this year. In September, he was hit with a new charge accusing him of another assault. He has pleaded not guilty. On Wednesday, Judge Curtis Farber granted a prosecution request to consolidate both cases and agreed to push back the trial’s start date, which had been tentatively scheduled for November 12. Weinstein’s lawyers sought a date in March or April. Prosecutors said they were not opposed, but were prepared to go to trial as soon …

Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, undergoing treatment in New York prison | Hollywood

Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, undergoing treatment in New York prison | Hollywood

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Oct 22, 2024 09:40 AM IST Harvey Weinstein, 72, has chronic myeloid leukaemia and is undergoing treatment in a New York prison a month after he was indicted on a new sex crime charge. Disgraced Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein has been diagnosed with a form of bone marrow cancer, US media reported Monday, a month after he was indicted on a new sex crime charge. Harvey, 72, has chronic myeloid leukaemia and is undergoing treatment in a New York prison, according to NBC News, citing sources. Craig Rothfeld, Harvey’s legal healthcare representative, declined comment when asked by Reuters on the status of his health, citing respect for Harvey’s privacy. (Also Read – Netizens fume after Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned: ‘Wealthy in this country live by different rules’) Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with bone marrow cancer Harvey’s history of health issues Earlier this year in July, Harvey was transferred from a New York City jail to a hospital to undergo treatment for a variety of health problems, including COVID-19 and pneumonia in both lungs. The other …

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ $50mn bond proposal to get out of jail rejected; Internet reacts with shock and memes

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Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs remains behind bars as a federal judge Robyn Tarnofsky in New York rejected his $50 million bail petition on September 17. Sean Diddy Combs allegedly used his fame to force women to get into demeaning actions as part of a racketeering and human trafficking operation, according to three federal counts filed against him on Tuesday by prosecutors.(REUTERS) Combs allegedly used his fame to force women to get into demeaning actions as part of a racketeering and human trafficking operation, according to three federal counts filed against him on Tuesday by prosecutors. In Manhattan federal court, Combs entered a not guilty plea just hours after the 14-page indictment was made public. After Combs was arrested on Monday, US Magistrate Judge Robyn Tarnofsky granted the prosecution’s request for Combs to remain in custody until trial. Following the court’s ruling, Diddy is now being held awaiting trial as his legal team fights for his release. According to prosecutors, the rapper and producer traveled across state borders to participate in recorded performances by using …

Harvey Weinstein is back at NYC’s Rikers Island jail after hospital stay | World News

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NEW YORK — One-time movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was returned to a New York City jail in what his publicist said Tuesday was the result from a published report claiming he was getting VIP treatment during his 10-day stay at a hospital. Harvey Weinstein is back at NYC’s Rikers Island jail after hospital stay The publicist, Juda Engelmeyer, said Weinstein was moved late Monday from Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan to an infirmary at the city’s Rikers Island jail complex. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! The move came hours after The City, a nonprofit news outlet, reported that Weinstein was housed in a private room in the hospital’s intensive care unit with a television, phone and a bathroom rather than a separate floor where inmates normally reside. Engelmeyer disputed the account, saying Weinstein “wasn’t getting preferential or VIP treatment” and wasn’t housed in what could be characterized as a hospital suite. Engelmeyer said he’d been housed on the floor for inmates …