Lawyers for Weinstein said that many of the allegations were false and that a lawsuit was being prepared. A young woman would be told to meet Weinstein at a luxury hotel for business purposes, and he would use the encounter to make sexual advances. Few of those who spoke to the Times challenged Weinstein over his behavior, they said. All proceeds will be donated to women’s organizations.”“The New York Times published today a story that is saturated with false and defamatory statements about Harvey Weinstein,” the statement read. Manchester by the Sea director defends Casey Affleck over sexual harassment allegations Read moreWeinstein’s reputation in the industry for abrasive behavior has followed him throughout his career.

Source: The Guardian October 05, 2017 18:33 UTC