Gérard Depardieu's Uphill Legal Battle Continues: Italian Assault Allegations
Gérard Depardieu faces another legal battle in Italy
Old-school French actor Gérard Depardieu faces yet another legal hurdle, with an Italian court hearing set to take place in October over allegations of assaulting a photographer. The incident happened in Rome earlier this year, adding another chapter to Depardieu's controversial legal saga.
The Incident at a Rome Hotspot
Depardieu, known for movies like "The Last Metro" and "Asterix and Obelix," is accused of violently attacking a photographer who attempted to capture a photo of him with an accomplice at a swanky Rome hotspot. The 76-year-old denies the charges.
Two Sides of the Story
Photographer Rino Barillari, one of Italy's best-known paparazzi, claims that Depardieu threw a bucket of ice at him and punched him several times in the face. Barillari showed visible injuries on his left temple as evidence. However, Depardieu's accomplice claims the photographer acted aggressively, touching her and exhibiting violent behavior.
The Legal Fallout
Previously, Depardieu was handed an 18-month probation sentence in Paris for sexually harassing two women on a film set. The court found him guilty of indecently touching both women in 2021. Depardieu's legal team is considering an appeal[2].
Italy's Pending Judgment
Both Depardieu and Barillari will not be present at the October hearing, with both parties opting for an out-of-court settlement attempt beforehand. If no agreement is reached, the case may move forward with further legal proceedings[1][2][3].
Depardieu's Controversial Legal History
Depardieu's legal troubles have been ongoing as of late, with this recent Italian altercation marking the latest in a series of allegations against the actor. His previous guilty verdict in Paris demonstrates that his recent actions are under close scrutiny by the judicial system[2].
Reference(s)
- ntv.de
- lar/dpa
- "Corriere della Sera" newspaper
Keywords
- Gérard Depardieu
- Italy
- France
- Justice
- Trials
- Film industry
- Legal Saga
- Allegations
- Assault
- Probation
- Appeal
- Court Hearings
- Given Depardieu's recent guilty verdict in Paris for sexually harassing two women, the ongoing legal battle over assault allegations in Italy adds another controversy to his lengthy list of legal saga, involving community policy and crime-and-justice.
- The accusation of violently attacking a photographer in Rome this year, combined with the earlier incident of indecently touching two women on a film set, highlights the general-news worthiness of the entertainment industry's interpretation of employment policy and its potential implications.
