Robert De Niro took the stand in Manhattan court on Monday to testify in a civil trial brought by his former assistant, Graham Chase Robinson. Robinson is suing De Niro for sexual harassment and bullying, alleging that he created a hostile work environment and subjected her to unwanted physical contact and lewd comments.
De Niro denied all of Robinson’s allegations, calling them “nonsense.” He testified that he treated Robinson with respect and that she was a valued employee.
However, Robinson’s lawyers presented evidence that De Niro had made inappropriate comments and gestures towards Robinson, and that he had subjected her to verbal abuse. They also introduced evidence that De Niro had asked Robinson to perform demeaning tasks, such as scratching his back and putting away his boxers.
De Niro’s lawyer countered that Robinson was a disgruntled employee who was trying to extort money from De Niro. He also argued that Robinson’s allegations were inconsistent with her previous statements and actions.
The trial is expected to last two weeks. It is unclear how the jury will rule, but the case has shed light on the allegations of sexism and harassment that have been leveled against De Niro and other powerful men in Hollywood.
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Robert De Niro is on trial for sexual harassment and bullying! His former assistant claims he called her a “b–h” and a “wh–e,” and made her scratch his back and put away his boxers. De Niro denies it all, but the jury’s still out. Will the Hollywood legend be found guilty? Stay tuned for more updates!