The high-profile singer and judge on Seven’s The Voice has been accused of sexually harassing an aspiring pop star in the US.
Actor Julia Ormond accuses The Walt Disney Co.,Miramax and her former agents of knowing Weinstein presented a danger to women but did nothing to stop him or to help her.
Following reports of widespread abuse,harassment and sexual violence in the local scene,Australian women comedians offer suggestions for a path forward.
The broadcaster was already grappling with allegations against other stars including Tim Westwood and Huw Edwards. It hasn’t yet recovered from Jimmy Savile.
London’s Metropolitan Police said it had received a number of allegations of sexual offences that were now being investigated.
The BBC has begun a trawl of complaints about Brand’s behaviour during his stint as a presenter.
The woman says Brand followed her into a bathroom in a BBC building and showed her his penis before joking about it on air.
The only positive in airing stories such as Brand’s is that the connection between misogynistic culture and the very real,physical abuse of women and children is laid bare.
The allegations against Russell Brand have prompted Australian women comedians to speak out about their experiences in the comedy scene.
Could we have done more,asks the BBC? Ummmm,yes.
The woman has questioned how audio about the alleged incident was aired. “What made the BBC think that was appropriate to go out like that? I just don’t understand why they didn’t investigate this much sooner.”