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ARCHIVE - The actor Gerard Depardieu from France. Photo: Axel Schmidt/AP
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French actor Gérard Depardieu wants to postpone the trial against him on suspicion of sexual harassment for health reasons. "Gérard Depardieu is deeply concerned and unfortunately his doctors have forbidden him to appear at the hearing," said the film icon's lawyer, Jérémie Assous, on the France Info channel. The 75-year-old is asking for a postponement so that he can be present in person. The actor would like to have his say, it was said.
The first trial against Depardieu for alleged sexual assault is due to take place in Paris this afternoon. Specifically, it concerns two cases that allegedly took place in 2021 during the filming of the movie "Les volets verts" (The Green Shutters) by director Jean Becker. The actor faces up to five years in prison and a fine of 75,000 euros. Depardieu ("Cyrano von Bergerac", "Asterix and Obelix") denies the allegations.
The public prosecutor's office said on request that the request for a postponement would have to be made at the hearing this afternoon. The court will then make a decision.
28.10.2024, 11:22
