French Actor Depardieu Convicted in High-Profile #MeToo Case

French actor Gerard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexual assault against two women on a film set. Despite denying wrongdoing, the court ruled against him, marking a significant #MeToo case in France. He faces a suspended sentence and a fine, reflecting serious legal implications.

In a landmark decision, a Paris court has found French film icon Gerard Depardieu guilty of sexual assault against two women on a movie set in 2021. The case, which has attracted significant attention as one of the highest-profile #MeToo cases in France, concluded with the court decisively ruling against the actor.

Depardieu, 76, had strongly denied any wrongdoing from the onset of the allegations and throughout the trial. His defense argued for the dismissal of charges, claiming that the accusations were unfounded. However, Judge Thierry Donard deemed his explanations insufficient and unconvincing.

The prosecution has called for Depardieu to face an 18-month suspended prison sentence along with a 20,000 euro fine, reflecting the gravity of his offenses and underscoring the legal repercussions of such acts.

(With inputs from agencies.)