LOS ANGELES - Octogenarian Oscar-winner Morgan Freeman apologized Thursday after a report of multiple sexual harassment accusations, making the actor the latest high-profile figure to face allegations of misconduct in the #MeToo era. Multiple women have accused Morgan Freeman of sexual misconductSixteen people -- eight of whom say they were victims -- described to CNN a range of troubling behavior by Freeman on production sets or promotional tours. The downfall of Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein last October triggered a US reckoning over sexual harassment and abuse that has toppled a litany of powerful men across a variety of sectors including entertainment, politics and media. She accused Freeman of touching her repeatedly, resting his hand on her lower back or rubbing it without permission, and frequently making comments about her appearance. Freeman is also accused of staring at women's breasts, asking a woman how she felt about sexual harassment and asking women to twirl for him.

Source: Bangkok Post May 24, 2018 19:18 UTC