Overview

• Four ex-partners of Jean Imbert allege repeated psychological abuse and one incident of physical violence during their relationships, according to Elle's April 23 investigation.
• Éléonore, one of the accusers, claims Imbert headbutted her, fracturing her nose, while Lila Salet recalls a 2013 incident where he kicked in her door, leading to a withdrawn police complaint.
• Kelly Santos alleges verbal abuse, including insults about her appearance and controlling behavior, while Zoé describes excessive jealousy and denigration about her social life and weight.
• Imbert denies the allegations, attributing them to 'reciprocal dysfunctions' and presenting messages and witness attestations to counter the claims.
• The case has reignited discussions on abuse and accountability in the gastronomy industry, with no legal actions initiated as of now, leaving the matter in the public and media spotlight.