New Documentary Explores Abuse Allegations Against Marilyn Manson
Channel 4's three-part series examines the claims of abuse against the controversial musician and the cultural impact of his career.
- The documentary, titled 'Marilyn Manson: Unmasked,' airs on Channel 4 from January 14 to 16, featuring testimony from accusers and former collaborators.
- Evan Rachel Wood, Manson's former partner, accused him in 2021 of grooming, abuse, and manipulation, leading to over a dozen similar claims from other women.
- Manson has consistently denied all allegations, describing them as distortions of reality, and dropped a defamation lawsuit against Wood in late 2024, agreeing to pay her legal fees.
- The series raises broader questions about the music industry's role in enabling abusive behavior and the blurred lines between performance personas and real-life actions.
- Manson, who recently released a new album and is preparing for a world tour, continues to attract both a devoted fanbase and ongoing scrutiny.