Weinstein Denies Guilt Amidst Retrial Testimony

Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer convicted of sexual assault and rape in 2020 and 2022, gave his first on-camera interview in eight years from prison, again denying all criminal allegations and asserting he was wrongfully convicted. He described his behavior as infidelity and poor workplace conduct, not criminal acts, and specifically denied accusations from Gwyneth Paltrow, Ashley Judd, and Rose McGowan. Weinstein characterized his $100,000 settlement with McGowan as an effort to avoid publicity and litigation, not an admission of guilt. His New York retrial is currently underway after his previous conviction was overturned, featuring new testimony from accusers such as Jessica Mann, who provided emotional accounts of alleged assaults in court. A recent mistrial motion was denied by the judge following Mann's confrontation with Weinstein during proceedings. The outcome of the retrial could result in additional prison time if Weinstein is reconvicted.