Whom did a Paris court find guilty of sexual harassment?
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexual harassment by a Paris court, in a case that reignited public debate around abuse in the film industry.
The charges stem from incidents during the 2021 filming of “The Green Shutters,” where a set designer and assistant director accused the 76-year-old actor of inappropriate behavior. Depardieu, one of France’s most recognizable cultural figures, had denied all allegations.
The court sentenced him to 18 months of suspended prison time, meaning he will not serve jail time unless he violates the terms of the ruling.
Once celebrated for roles in Cyrano de Bergerac and The Last Metro, Depardieu now joins a growing list of public figures facing accountability as scrutiny of on-set misconduct intensifies worldwide.
