Harvey Weinstein’s British wife Georgina Chapman reveals she is LEAVING him after rape and sexual harassment claims
HARVEY Weinstein’s British wife has said she is leaving him after the floodgates opened last night on the disgraced movie mogul.
Fashion designer Georgina Chapman told People magazine in the US she needs time away from her husband following a string of allegations of sexual harassment and assault.
She said: “My heart breaks for all the women who have suffered tremendous pain because of these unforgivable actions.
“I have chosen to leave my husband. Caring for my young children is my first priority and I ask the media for privacy at this time.”
It came hours after superstars Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow claimed Harvey Weinstein targeted them early in their careers and he faced bombshell claims he raped three women including Italian actress Asia Argento.
His spokesman said he “uniquivocally denies” any allegations of non-consensual sex.
Pulp Fiction producer Weinstein, 65, was also rocked by an NYPD tape recording in which he apparently admits groping a model’s boob in 2015.
Georgina was said to have been “furious and humiliated” by Ambra Battilana’s allegation two years ago, which did not lead to a prosecution.
Just days ago Weinstein said his wife stood “100 per cent behind” him.
Former Head and Shoulders ad model Georgina, 41, who went to posh Marlborough College, Wilts, is the co-founder of fashion label Marchesa.
She married Weinstein in 2007 and has two children with the movie mogul who was one of Hollywood’s most powerful figures until his fall from grace.
Her statement was issued at the same time as Weinstein was last night due to board a flight to Europe.
He is heading to an unknown live-in rehab facility where he’s to undergo counselling for sex and behavioural issues, reported.
Georgina and Weinstein met in 2003, married in 2007 and are parents to daughter India Pearl, 7, and son Dashiell, 4. She is Weinstein’s second wife.
There are now fears that Marchesa will suffer as a result of its association with now toxic Weinstein.
The quoted a New York fashion publicist as saying: “No star is ever going to want to wear the brand again.”
Over the years it is believed to have benefited from Weinstein’s ability to attract A-list supporters and his friendship with Vogue editor Anna Wintour.
A fashion publicist said: “He was the mastermind behind Marchesa – orchestrating deals and using his influence in terms of the celebrity connections for her on behalf of the brand.”
The source added that “they both benefited from the relationship, but she certainly knew about his bad behavior”.
She also appeared in several Weinstein-backed films, including Derailed and The Nanny Diaries.
What we know so far…
- On October 5th, The New York Times publishes an article about Harvey Weinstein’s sexual misconduct revealing settlements with at least eight women.
- The movie mogul then issues a statement admitting he has “caused a lot of pain” apologising for his actions.
- He’s fired by the board of the Hollywood business he launched – The Weinstein Company – with “immediate effect.”
- His growing list of accusers include Angelina Jolie, Asia Argento , Gwyneth Paltrow, Mira Sorvino and Ashley Judd.
- The New Yorker claims three women have accused him of rape, allegations he “unequivocally denies”.
- British wife Georgina Chapman announces she is leaving him saying: “My heart breaks for all the women who have suffered tremendous pain.”
- Weinstein reportedly heads for treatment for sex addiction and behavioural issues at a European clinic.
- The Oscar winner’s film credits include Pulp Fiction, Good Will Hunting and Django Unchained, Gangs of New York and Shakespeare in Love.
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