Title: Stirring Controversy: Gérard Depardieu's Allegations and Family's Stand
In response to the numerous accusations against French film actor Gérard Depardieu (74), his family has spoken out, expressing their dismay over the "collective anger" directed towards him. Depardieu, privately a "modest, even prudish man," according to his family, has been under scrutiny for various allegations, including rape and sexual violence, as well as offensive comments towards women.
Decrying an "unprecedented conspiracy," members of Depardieu's family, including his daughter, actress Julie Depardieu (50), released a letter in the Sunday newspaper, "Le Journal de Dimanche." The letter addressed the widespread criticism, describing it as a "collective rage" directed against the actor. In his personal life, Depardieu is described as "extremely modest, sensitive, and even prudish" with his children.
French Culture Minister Rima Abdul Malak (44) expressed her disdain for Depardieu's behavior following the broadcast of a controversial documentary showing offensive comments in North Korea. Abdul Malak indicated that Depardieu's membership in the Legion of Honor, French highest distinction, could potentially be at risk.
Depardieu's lawyers reportedly announced the actor's intention to place his membership of the Legion of Honor "at his disposal," in response to the ongoing allegations. Abdul Malak reportedly called for disciplinary proceedings to determine whether suspend or revoke Depardieu's Legion of Honor status.
Despite the negative attention, Depardieu has denied all accusations against him through his lawyer and a public letter.
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- The family of Gérard Depardieu laments the widespread criticism and calls it a "collective rage." Allegations against Depardieu include rape, sexual violence, and offensive comments towards women.
- In response to a controversial documentary, France's Culture Minister Rima Abdul Malak suggested Depardieu's Legion of Honor membership could be revoked for his "disgraceful" behavior.
- Gérard Depardieu has vehemently denied all accusations against him, maintaining his innocence through legal channels and public statements.
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Depardieu's rape allegations are currently ongoing, leading to a trial scheduled for March 2025 due to his poor health. The allegations stem from an incident in 2018 when actress Charlotte Arnould claimed Depardieu raped and assaulted her at his Paris home. The French President, Emmanuel Macron, has thus far refused to revoke Depardieu's Legion of Honor in light of these legal proceedings.
