Harvey Weinstein Discusses Prison Life, Fatherhood Amid Retrial at Rikers Island

Harvey Weinstein, the convicted sex offender currently serving prison sentences in New York and Los Angeles, gave a rare interview to Candace Owens discussing his life behind bars, his relationships with his children, and his regrets. Weinstein emphasized that his family, especially his five children, are now his top priority and expressed a desire to live close to them if released. He shared that movies have become a key way to connect with his kids, recounting a recent conversation about the film Captain America: Brave New World. Weinstein described harsh conditions at Rikers Island, including poor hygiene, inadequate supplies, and rancid food, while also mentioning his ongoing battle with bone marrow cancer. Despite these hardships, he credits his genuine, long-standing friends and family for supporting him. Weinstein also provided an update on his legal situation, noting a mixed verdict in his 2025 New York retrial and a mistrial on a third-degree rape charge, with juror interviews underway by his legal team.