Roman Polanski Settles 1973 Sexual Assault Case

Roman Polanski has settled a civil lawsuit concerning an alleged sexual assault on a minor dating back to 1973, thereby avoiding a trial that was scheduled for August 2025. The lawsuit, filed in June 2023 and dismissed after a mutually satisfactory resolution, involved claims that Polanski invited the plaintiff, referred to as Jane Doe, to dinner where he served her alcohol and subsequently assaulted her. Gloria Allred, the plaintiff's attorney, confirmed the settlement, which addressed claims for damages related to the alleged incident. Polanski's U.S. attorney also stated that both parties were satisfied with the settlement outcome. The director, now 91, is a controversial figure due to his past legal troubles, including pleading guilty to statutory rape in 1977. Despite his legal battles, Polanski has continued to receive acclaim in the film industry, though he remains a polarizing figure.