Gérard Depardieu Denies Sexual Assault Allegations in Landmark Paris Trial

The French actor admits to grabbing a plaintiff's hips during a 2021 film shoot but denies any sexual intent, as feminist groups rally in support of accusers.

Gérard Depardieu, 76, is on trial in Paris for allegedly sexually assaulting two women during the filming of 'Les Volets Verts' in 2021.
Depardieu testified for the first time, acknowledging he grabbed the hips of one plaintiff during an argument but denied any sexual intent or assault.
The plaintiffs allege groping and obscene remarks, with prosecutors presenting witness accounts to support their claims.
The trial is seen as a pivotal moment for the #MeToo movement in France, testing the country’s willingness to confront sexual violence and hold powerful figures accountable.
Feminist groups demonstrated outside the courthouse in support of the accusers, while Depardieu’s defense continues to argue the accusations are fabricated.