Brian Cox fiercely defends Kevin Spacey, says he ‘never found him abusive’
1 month, 1 week ago

Brian Cox fiercely defends Kevin Spacey, says he ‘never found him abusive’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Brian Cox has come out in fierce support of his “old friend” Kevin Spacey, arguing that the downfall of his career should never have happened. Addressing Spacey’s controversies in a new interview with thei, Cox, who co-starred with the Oscar-winning actor in the 1994 sports adventure Iron Will, said: “Kevin is an old friend of mine. It’s sneaky and petty and not right.” open image in gallery Brian Cox claimed it was ‘sneaky and petty and not right’ what happened to his ‘old friend’ Kevin Spacey The Scottish actor continued, saying that he “never found Kevin Spacey abusive.” “He was misguided, certainly, in terms of his sexuality,” Cox said, “but that’s to do with him coming to terms with his own sexuality and how he’s dealt with that, and the dilemma that it’s caused in his life. Cox further raged at the concept of cancel culture, saying: “We’ve got to an age now, where people are going, ‘Oh, that’s bad, he’s out, boom, he’s cancelled.’ What do you mean ‘cancelled?’ How dare you cancel anybody?” The Manhunter actor joins a slew of other A-listers, including Sharon Stone and Liam Neeson, who have previously called for Spacey to be allowed to resume his acting career.

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Succession's Brian Cox says Kevin Spacey should be given second chance: 'Let's move on'
3 months, 1 week ago

Succession's Brian Cox says Kevin Spacey should be given second chance: 'Let's move on'

Daily Mail  

Succession star Brian Cox says he feels it's time Hollywood lets Kevin Spacey back on set. The Dundee, Scotland native, who worked with Spacey, 65, three decades back on the 1994 Disney film Iron Will, said that the Oscar-winning performer is 'a very fine actor' who's 'been through it,' seven years after a slew of sexual misconduct accusations derailed Spacey's …

Kevin Spacey says he 'heard a message of support' from Charles amid his legal battle against sex abuse accusers - as the actor admits being 'handsy' and reveals his home is being sold next week after
9 months, 1 week ago

Kevin Spacey says he 'heard a message of support' from Charles amid his legal battle against sex abuse accusers - as the actor admits being 'handsy' and reveals his home is being sold next week after

Daily Mail  

Kevin Spacey last night claimed he was passed a message of support from King Charles amid his legal battle against his sex abuse accusers. Kevin Spacey has tonight claimed he was passed on a message of support from King Charles when the Hollywood actor was accused of sexual misconduct Spacey pictured with the then Prince Charles being presented with an …

Kevin Spacey hits back at actor’s new ‘groping’ allegations made in documentary
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Kevin Spacey hits back at actor’s new ‘groping’ allegations made in documentary

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A former actor has accused Kevin Spacey of groping him ahead …

Kevin Spacey acquittal doesn't mean he should be uncanceled
1 year, 7 months ago

Kevin Spacey acquittal doesn't mean he should be uncanceled

LA Times  

Actor Kevin Spacey outside Southwark Crown Court in London during his recent trial on nine charges, including sexual assault. This week, after being acquitted of nine counts of sexual assault and indecent assault, Kevin Spacey opened his brief remarks to the press by saying, “I imagine that many of you can understand that there’s a lot for me to process …

Can Kevin Spacey revive his Hollywood career after UK court case?
1 year, 7 months ago

Can Kevin Spacey revive his Hollywood career after UK court case?

The Independent  

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UK jury acquits Kevin Spacey of sexual assault charges based on allegations by 4 men over 20 years
1 year, 7 months ago

UK jury acquits Kevin Spacey of sexual assault charges based on allegations by 4 men over 20 years

Associated Press  

LONDON — A jury in London acquitted Kevin Spacey of sexual assault Wednesday after the Oscar winner’s star turn as a witness in his own defense spared him a possible prison term and offered him hope of a career comeback after six years without a job. “I am enormously grateful to the jury for having taken the time to examine …

Kevin Spacey cleared of all sexual assault charges by UK jury
1 year, 7 months ago

Kevin Spacey cleared of all sexual assault charges by UK jury

Salon  

Former "House of Cards" star Kevin Spacey has been found not guilty of several counts of sexual assault against four men between 2001 and 2013, a British jury ruled Wednesday. Spacey was accused of sexual assault, causing a person to engage in sexual activity without consent and causing a person to engage in penetrative sexual activity, the BBC reported. Spacey …

Kevin Spacey found not guilty of sexually assaulting 4 men
1 year, 7 months ago

Kevin Spacey found not guilty of sexually assaulting 4 men

India Today  

Kevin Spacey charmed the jury in his sexual assault trial with humor, humility and emotion as he dropped names of fellow stars and stories from his once-celebrated career while his lawyer called his accusers liars and said the Oscar winner was the real victim. “I am enormously grateful to the jury for having taken the time to examine all of …

Kevin Spacey jury retires to consider verdicts at Hollywood star's sex assault trial as actor stands accused of attacking four men
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey jury retires to consider verdicts at Hollywood star's sex assault trial as actor stands accused of attacking four men

Daily Mail  

The jury in the sex offences trial of Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey has been sent out to begin its deliberations. He denies the charges Mr Justice Mark Wall sent jurors out to consider their verdicts on Monday Under questioning from Spacey's lawyer, Patrick Gibbs KC, the men all denied either seeking financial gain, attempting to further their career or giving …

Kevin Spacey leveraged celebrity to get away with ‘cruel’ assaults, prosecutor says
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey leveraged celebrity to get away with ‘cruel’ assaults, prosecutor says

LA Times  

Kevin Spacey on Monday walks outside London’s Southwark Crown Court, where he is being tried on sexual assault charges. Kevin Spacey benefited from a “trinity of protection” tied to his celebrity as he allegedly sexually assaulted four men, leaving the victims feeling “small, diminished and worthless,” the prosecutor in the actor’s current sexual assault case said during closing arguments Wednesday …

Kevin Spacey details celebrity friendships as he describes sexual assault allegations as ‘madness’
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey details celebrity friendships as he describes sexual assault allegations as ‘madness’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey has …

Kevin Spacey 'crushed' by sexual assault allegations, actor tells London court
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey 'crushed' by sexual assault allegations, actor tells London court

The Hindu  

Kevin Spacey denied committing any sexual assaults and told jurors that he was "crushed" by the allegations, as the U.S. actor gave evidence in a London court on Thursday. The two-time Oscar-winner said he could not believe that one of the complainants, who alleges Spacey assaulted him on up to 12 occasions, would "stab me in the back". The four …

‘I was not on a suicide mission’: Kevin Spacey tells jury he was ‘intimate’ with man but denies assault
1 year, 8 months ago

‘I was not on a suicide mission’: Kevin Spacey tells jury he was ‘intimate’ with man but denies assault

The Independent  

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Prosecution concludes case in trial of Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey
1 year, 8 months ago

Prosecution concludes case in trial of Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey Accuser Says He Joked About Sexual Assault To Cope
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey Accuser Says He Joked About Sexual Assault To Cope

Huff Post  

Actor Kevin Spacey leaves a court house in London on Monday following the seventh day of his trial on sexual assault charges. Future Publishing via Getty Images LONDON — An aspiring actor who accused Kevin Spacey of being a “vile sexual predator” who drugged and assaulted him when he sought his mentorship acknowledged Monday that he later joked with friends …

Kevin Spacey Called 'Sexual Bully' By UK Prosecutor
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey Called 'Sexual Bully' By UK Prosecutor

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LONDON — Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey got a thrill preying on other men and escalated his behavior from touchy-feely advances to hostile fondling and worse, a prosecutor told jurors Friday during Spacey’s sexual assault trial in London. “What has been made up or twisted and why and when because all of these allegations happened a long time …

Kevin Spacey to stand trial in London this week for alleged sex offences
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey to stand trial in London this week for alleged sex offences

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In January, Spacey pleaded not guilty to three counts of indecent assault, three counts of …

Kevin Spacey faces sex assault trial in London on allegations over a decade old
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey faces sex assault trial in London on allegations over a decade old

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey’s lawyer grills Anthony Rapp at sex misconduct trial
2 years, 5 months ago

Kevin Spacey’s lawyer grills Anthony Rapp at sex misconduct trial

LA Times  

A lawyer for Kevin Spacey sought Tuesday to poke holes in the story of fellow actor Anthony Rapp, who says Spacey made a sexual advance on him when he was a teenager. Movies Kevin Spacey faces civil trial on sexual assault claims Kevin Spacey will defend himself in a lawsuit filed by Anthony Rapp, the actor who first publicly accused …

Kevin Spacey trial witness claims sexual abuse by actor
2 years, 5 months ago

Kevin Spacey trial witness claims sexual abuse by actor

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey ‘strenuously denies’ sexually assaulting three men as he appears in UK court
2 years, 9 months ago

Kevin Spacey ‘strenuously denies’ sexually assaulting three men as he appears in UK court

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey ‘strenuously denies’ sex assault allegations
2 years, 9 months ago

Kevin Spacey ‘strenuously denies’ sex assault allegations

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey granted bail in Britain over sexual assault allegations
2 years, 9 months ago

Kevin Spacey granted bail in Britain over sexual assault allegations

LA Times  

Kevin Spacey intends to prove he is innocent of sexual offenses, his lawyer said Thursday, as the Oscar-winning actor appeared in a London court Thursday to face charges of offenses against three men. Spacey strenuously denies any and all criminality in this case.” Deputy Chief Magistrate Tan Ikram granted Spacey unconditional bail until his next appearance, a plea hearing scheduled …

Kevin Spacey loses sexual harassment lawsuit to House of Cards producers
2 years, 9 months ago

Kevin Spacey loses sexual harassment lawsuit to House of Cards producers

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kevin Spacey has been ordered to pay nearly $31m to House …

Kevin Spacey ‘to play sex abuse investigator’ in acting comeback
3 years, 10 months ago

Kevin Spacey ‘to play sex abuse investigator’ in acting comeback

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey sexual abuse accuser cannot proceed anonymously in court, US judge rules
3 years, 10 months ago

Kevin Spacey sexual abuse accuser cannot proceed anonymously in court, US judge rules

Firstpost  

The judge said the accuser’s privacy interest does not outweigh the presumption of open judicial proceedings and the prejudice to Spacey’s defense that would occur if he were to proceed anonymously. A man accusing Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey of sexually abusing him in the 1980s when he was 14 cannot proceed anonymously in court, a judge ruled Monday. U.S. District …

Kevin Spacey compares coronavirus layoffs to being accused of sexual assault
4 years, 10 months ago

Kevin Spacey compares coronavirus layoffs to being accused of sexual assault

LA Times  

The disgraced actor is in the spotlight again, this time for remarks he made comparing the uncertainties people are experiencing because of the coronavirus crisis to his downfall after being accused of sexual assault. “My job, many of my relationships my standing in my own industry were all gone in just a matter of hours.” In 2017, actor Anthony Rapp …

Kevin Spacey reportedly questioned over sexual assault allegations by London police in the US
5 years, 8 months ago

Kevin Spacey reportedly questioned over sexual assault allegations by London police in the US

Firstpost  

Kevin Spacey’s attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment London: British police have travelled to the U.S. to interview Kevin Spacey about sexual assault allegations. The Metropolitan Police is investigating six claims of sexual assault and assault against the former House of Cards star, who ran London’s Old Vic Theatre between 2004 and 2015. Without naming Spacey, …

Guy Pearce regrets making Kevin Spacey 'handsy' comments
6 years, 8 months ago

Guy Pearce regrets making Kevin Spacey 'handsy' comments

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Guy Pearce "regrets" the shocking comments he made regarding Kevin Spacey …

Kevin Spacey: Former TV anchor Heather Unruh says actor sexually assaulted her teenage son
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey: Former TV anchor Heather Unruh says actor sexually assaulted her teenage son

ABC  

A former TV news anchor has accused Kevin Spacey of sexually assaulting her teenage son at a Nantucket restaurant last year, adding to mounting allegations of misconduct against the House of Cards actor. Heather Unruh said her son, who was 18 at the time, was "starstruck" during a chance encounter with Spacey at Club Car Restaurant's crowded bar in July …

Kevin Spacey 'insulted entire LGBT community' when he came out, says brother
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey 'insulted entire LGBT community' when he came out, says brother

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kevin Spacey’s brother has …

Kevin Spacey: Netflix severs ties with House of Cards star amid sexual misconduct allegations
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey: Netflix severs ties with House of Cards star amid sexual misconduct allegations

ABC  

Netflix says it is cutting all ties with Kevin Spacey after a series of allegations of sexual harassment and assault. A spokesperson for the network said Netflix would work with the show's production company Media Rights Capital to evaluate whether House of Cards continues without Spacey. The Academy Award-winning actor became ensnared in Hollywood's fast-growing sexual harassment crisis after actor …

Kevin Spacey: British police investigating new sexual assault allegation against actor
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey: British police investigating new sexual assault allegation against actor

The Independent  

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Kevin Spacey sexual assault claims: British police launch investigation
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey sexual assault claims: British police launch investigation

Hindustan Times  

British police are investigating a claim of sexual assault made against the Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey, the Guardian understands. Former workers at The Old Vic, where US actor Kevin Spacey was its artistic director from 2003 to 2015, told The Guardian newspaper that the London theatre ignored allegations of groping and inappropriate sexual behaviour on November 2, 2017. Related: Netflix …

Kevin Spacey's talent agency, publicist stop representing the actor amid multiple sexual harassment claims
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey's talent agency, publicist stop representing the actor amid multiple sexual harassment claims

Firstpost  

Kevin Spacey’s talent agency CAA and his publicist Staci Wolfe have parted ways, after accusations of sexual misconduct by the acclaimed actor precipitated in the media. A person with knowledge of the decision who was not authorised to speak, publicly confirmed that both CAA and Spacey’s publicist Staci Wolfe have parted ways with the actor amid growing claims of sexual …

Man accuses Kevin Spacey of trying to rape him at 15: He is a paedophile and a predator
7 years, 4 months ago

Man accuses Kevin Spacey of trying to rape him at 15: He is a paedophile and a predator

Hindustan Times  

A man has accused Kevin Spacey of attempting to rape him when he was 15, amid mounting allegations of sexual harassment and assault against the House of Cards star. Anthony Rapp opened the floodgate of harassment and assault allegations against the double Oscar winner Kevin Spacey when he said that Spacey made a “sexual advance” when he was a 14-year-old …

Kevin Spacey seeking 'treatment' after sexual misconduct claims, representatives say
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey seeking 'treatment' after sexual misconduct claims, representatives say

ABC  

Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is seeking "treatment" following allegations of sexual misconduct that have forced a halt in production of his Netflix show House of Cards and a social media backlash. Actor Anthony Rapp accused House of Cards star Kevin Spacey of sexual misconduct. Streaming service Netflix, saying it was "deeply troubled" by Rapp's allegation, subsequently said that production of …

Kevin Spacey seeks treatment amid piling sexual harassment allegations
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey seeks treatment amid piling sexual harassment allegations

Hindustan Times  

Actor Kevin Spacey, who is facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, is now seeking evaluation and treatment. Kevin Spacey has been accused by actor Anthony Rapp of sexual misconduct when he was 14. His decision to seek treatment follows actor Anthony Rapp’s allegation that Spacey made a sexual advance toward him when Rapp was just 14 years old. Besides Rapp, …

Kevin Spacey 'is taking time out to seek treatment'
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey 'is taking time out to seek treatment'

Daily Mail  

Kevin Spacey 'is taking the time necessary to seek evaluation and treatment' after a string of men accused him of making unwanted sexual advances. Scroll down for video Kevin Spacey 'is taking the time necessary to seek evaluation and treatment' amid allegations he made unwanted advances and groped a series of men, his representatives say Tony Montana has accused Spacey …

Kevin Spacey Seeks 'Evaluation And Treatment' In Wake Of Sexual Misconduct Claims
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey Seeks 'Evaluation And Treatment' In Wake Of Sexual Misconduct Claims

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Amid new allegations of sexual misconduct against Kevin Spacey, a representative for the actor said Wednesday that he is seeking treatment but did not elaborate, several outlets reported. “No other information is available at this time.” Filmmaker Tony Montana, actor Roberto Cavazos and an anonymous man came forward with new accusations against the “House of Cards” actor …

Kevin Spacey accused of 'assaulting reporter's loved one'
7 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Spacey accused of 'assaulting reporter's loved one'

Daily Mail  

Kevin Spacey faces new accusations about his conduct today The Oscar-winning star accused of assaulting the loved-one of a TV journalist two weeks ago can today be named as Kevin Spacey who has suggested there could be more ‘stories’ about him to emerge. Scroll down for video Former US news anchor Heather Unruh said the Weinstein scandal had given her …

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