By AFPMore by this AuthorAmerican model Gigi Hadid appeared as a potential juror in disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein's rape and sexual assault trial on Monday, adding a fresh celebrity twist to the high-profile proceedings. Hadid, 24, raised her hand in the New York state court when Judge James Burke asked the dozens appearing for jury selection whether any of them knew Weinstein or his legal team. Hadid appeared alongside 120 or so other jury candidates as pre-screening of potential jurors entered its second week. Weinstein has been accused of sexual assault by more than 80 women since accusations against him ignited the #MeToo movement in October 2017. He faces life in prison if found guilty of predatory sexual assault.

Source: Daily Nation January 14, 2020 15:45 UTC