MeToo Movement
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2 years ago

Weinstein, Masterson trials mark latest watershed moments in the MeToo movement

Weinstein accusers and MeToo activists are watching closely as Harvey Weinstein, who's already been convicted in New York, and Danny Masterson face criminal cases in L.A. for alleged sexual assaults.
2 years ago
VIDEO:  Weinstein, Masterson trials mark latest watershed moments in the MeToo movement
3 years ago

Senate passes bill ending forced arbitration in sexual misconduct cases

A bill that would eliminate forced arbitration agreements for sexual assault and harassment survivors in the workplace now heads to the president's desk.
3 years ago
Former Fox News Anchor, Gretchen Carlson embraces Senator Kirsten Gillibrand following the passage of the bill, known as the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act, with U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer  on Capitol Hill, Feb. 10, 2022.
3 years ago

Another woman accuses Chris Noth of sexual assault

Singer-songwriter Lisa Gentile claims Noth sexually assaulted her in 2002.
3 years ago
In this July 26, 2017, file photo, Chris Noth poses for a portrait during the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour in Beverly Hills, Calif.
3 years ago

4th accuser comes forward against actor Chris Noth

Lisa Gentile claims that in 2002 Noth tried to force himself on her. Noth has previously denied allegations made by other women but has so far not commented on new allegations.
3 years ago
VIDEO: 4th accuser comes forward against actor Chris Noth
3 years ago

'Sex and the City' co-stars break silence on Chris Noth sexual assault allegations

Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon released a statement supporting the women who came forward. Noth denies all allegations and he's not currently under criminal investigation.
3 years ago
VIDEO: 'Sex and the City' co-stars break silence on Chris Noth sexual assault allegations
3 years ago

The origin of the MeToo movement, a voice for underprivileged survivors

Before the movement went viral on social media and within Hollywood, Tarana Burke created the MeToo movement in 2006 to help heal sexual assault survivors in underprivileged and diverse communities.
3 years ago
VIDEO:  The origin of the MeToo movement, a voice for underprivileged survivors
3 years ago

Tarana Burke opens up about Me Too movement and more in new book

The creator of the Me Too movement shares her journey in her new memoir, “Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement.”
3 years ago
VIDEO: Tarana Burke opens up about Me Too movement and more in new book
3 years ago

The women behind Egypt's #MeToo movement

One year after Egypt's #MeToo movement, women are continuing to use social media to seek justice and push for equal rights in Egypt.
3 years ago
One year after Egypt's #MeToo movement, women are​ continuing to use social media to seek justice and push for equal rights in Egypt.
4 years ago

#MeToo founder, Tarana Burke, launches new digital platform, 'Act Too'

The new campaign is aimed at giving back to survivors on the third anniversary of the now-famous hashtag going viral.
4 years ago
VIDEO: #MeToo founder, Tarana Burke, launches new digital platform, 'Act Too'
4 years ago

Camille Cosby on her husband’s appeal, Black Lives Matter, and #MeToo

In her first major media interview in six years, Bill Cosby's wife Camille Cosby told ABC News that the #MeToo movement needs to "clean up their act."
4 years ago
Camille Cosby, with husband Bill Cosby arrive at Montgomery County Courthouse for the sexual assault trial second week, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, on June 12, 2017.
4 years ago

Camille Cosby: #MeToo movement should ‘clean up their act’

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Bill Cosby’s wife about his court appeal, the #MeToo movement and Black Lives Matter.
4 years ago
VIDEO: Camille Cosby: #MeToo movement should ‘clean up their act’
5 years ago

Ex ‘Today’ host Matt Lauer blasts Ronan Farrow’s reporting

The disgraced former NBC anchor dissected the reporting about his sexual misconduct.
5 years ago
VIDEO: Ex ‘Today’ host Matt Lauer blasts Ronan Farrow’s reporting
5 years ago

3 female staffers sexually harassed by Pentagon official: IG report

The official, Guy Roberts, was the assistant secretary of defense for nuclear, chemical and biological defense programs -- as well as a former Marine Corps infantry officer.
5 years ago
The official, Guy Roberts, was the assistant secretary of defense for nuclear, chemical and biological defense programs -- as well as a former Marine Corps infantry officer, judge advocate and staff officer.
5 years ago

3 female staffers sexually harassed by top Pentagon official: IG report

A top Pentagon official sexually harassed three female staffers before ultimately resigning from his post last April, according to a Defense Department IG report.
5 years ago
An aerial view of the Pentagon building photographed on Sept. 24, 2017.
5 years ago

Decoding manhood in the #MeToo era

Author of "Modern Manhood," Cleo Stiller, explains how her new book profiles conversations of being a good man in the #MeToo era.
5 years ago
VIDEO: Decoding manhood in the #MeToo era
5 years ago

'For me, it goes too far': France grapples with #MeToo era

Some call it the latest case of American puritanism "far from French ways."
5 years ago
French star Adele Haenel accused the director who discovered her of sexually harassing her from the age of 12 in a lengthy interview on Nov. 4, 2019.
5 years ago

Alyssa Milano on why she chose to share her #MeToo story 25 years later

The Actress and activist opens up on "The View" about the reason she she decided to share her alleged Hollywood #MeToo story and keep the alleged abuser's name anonymous.
5 years ago
Actress Alyssa Milano opens up on "The View" about why she decided to share her #MeToo story 25 years after the alleged incident Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
5 years ago

Ronan Farrow describes how his Harvey Weinstein reporting unfolded: Part 1

Farrow talks about obtaining a recording from alleged Weinstein victim Ambra Gutierrez. His NBC producer Rich McHugh predicted the tape would be “the beginning of the end” for Weinstein.
5 years ago
VIDEO:  Ronan Farrow describes how his Harvey Weinstein reporting unfolded: Part 1
5 years ago

Ronan Farrow alleges NBC dropped Weinstein story to protect Lauer: Part 2

Farrow discussed his reporting on allegations against former Today show anchor Matt Lauer from Brooke Nevils, a former NBC employee who accused Lauer of rape during a sexual encounter.
5 years ago
VIDEO:  Ronan Farrow alleges NBC dropped Weinstein story to protect Lauer: Part 2
5 years ago

Megan Fox talks being 'objectified' in Hollywood and her 'psychological breakdown'

Megan Fox opened up to writer Diablo Cody for ET to mark the 10th anniversary of their film "Jennifer's Body."
5 years ago
Actress Megan Fox attends a press conference on Aug. 21, 2019, in Seoul, South Korea.
5 years ago

Woody Allen says he doesn't care if he ever works in Hollywood again

Days after Scarlett Johansson spoke out and defended beleaguered director Woody Allen, the man himself commented on his self-reported track record employing women.
5 years ago
Director-actor Woody Allen speaks onstage during American Film Institute's 45th Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute to Diane Keaton at Dolby Theatre, June 8, 2017, in Hollywood, Calif.
5 years ago

Scarlett Johansson criticized for support of Woody Allen

The actress said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter of the controversial director, "I love Woody ... I believe him, and I would work with him anytime."
5 years ago
VIDEO: Scarlett Johansson criticized for support of Woody Allen
5 years ago

McDonald's faces sexual harassment accusations

The lawsuits and federal complaints, filed in 20 cities across the U.S., accuse the fast-food company of gender-based discrimination and subsequent retaliation.
5 years ago
VIDEO: McDonald's faces 25 accusations of sexual harassment
6 years ago

Time's Up CEO resigns after son accused of sexual assault, organization says

Former Time's Up president and CEO Lisa Borders decided to resign this week after her son was accused of sexual assault.
6 years ago
Lisa Borders, former president of the WNBA, who was named the head of Time's Up last year, says she has resigned as president and CEO of Time's Up, the gender equality initiative formed in 2018 in response to sexual misconduct allegations in Hollywood.
6 years ago

Aziz Ansari opens up about sexual misconduct allegations

The comedian reportedly told a New York City audience that he waited to talk about the allegations in order to process it and figure out what he wanted to say.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Aziz Ansari opens up about sexual misconduct allegations
6 years ago

Gillette ad stirs controversy urging men to ditch 'toxic masculinity' in #MeToo era

A Gillette spokesman told "GMA" the company "felt compelled to get involved."
6 years ago
VIDEO: New Gillette ad calls for men to take action, be better in #MeToo era
6 years ago

New Gillette ad calls for men to take action, be better in #MeToo era

The shaving company known for its "the best a man can get" slogan takes on catcalling and bullying in the ad and asks people to re-think the best men can be.
6 years ago
VIDEO: New Gillette ad calls for men to take action, be better in #MeToo era
6 years ago

A Massachusetts judge denied Kevin Spacey's request to not appear in court

This is the first time Spacey will appear in public since he was accused of sexual harassment.
6 years ago
VIDEO: A Massachusetts judge denied Kevin Spacey's request to not appear in court
6 years ago

Kevin Spacey releases video amid new allegations

The Oscar-winning actor released a video of himself in the voice of his former "House of Cards" character Frank Underwood as he faces a new charge of indecent assault against a teenager.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Kevin Spacey releases video amid new allegations
6 years ago

CBS denies $120 million severance payout to former CEO Les Moonves

The investigation determined "that there are grounds to terminate for cause," a statement for CBS read.
6 years ago
Leslie "Les" Moonves listens during the annual Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, Calif., May 4, 2016.
6 years ago

CBS acknowledges confidential $9.5M settlement with actress

Eliza Dushku, best known for her role on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," claims she was written off the CBS show "Bull" after confronting the show's star about several comments.
6 years ago
VIDEO: CBS acknowledges confidential $9.5M settlement with actress
6 years ago

Neil deGrasse Tyson denies sexual misconduct allegations

"Accusations can damage a reputation ... sometimes irreversibly," Tyson said.
6 years ago
Neil deGrasse Tyson defended himself against sexual misconduct allegations in a statement on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018.
6 years ago

New accusations put ex-CBS chief's $120M payout at risk

A new report by The New York Times centers on alleged efforts by Les Moonves to silence actress Bobbie Phillips, who has accused Moonves of an assault.
6 years ago
VIDEO: New accusations put ex-CBS chief's $120M payout at risk
6 years ago

How should you talk to your kids about the #MeToo movement

One year since the #MeToo movement went viral, Alyssa Milano talks progress on "GMA Day."
6 years ago
VIDEO: How should you talk to your kids about the #MeToo movement
6 years ago

Trump's claim of 'scary time for young men' is a fear tactic: Alyssa Milano

One year ago, Milano tweeted that anyone who has been sexually assaulted or harassed should retweet 'me too.'
6 years ago
Alyssa Milano appears on "Good Morning America," Oct. 15, 2018.
6 years ago

Alyssa Milano reflects on #MeToo movement one year later

The actress and activist speaks out live on "GMA" one year after the #MeToo hashtag went mega-viral and started a global movement.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Alyssa Milano reflects on #MeToo movement one year later
6 years ago

From Weinstein to Kavanaugh, what's changed in the year since #MeToo went viral

A year after #MeToo went viral, activists say there's much more work to be done.
6 years ago
Brenda Gutierrez, Frances Fisher and Tarana Burke seen at Take Back The Workplace March And #MeToo Survivors March & Rally, Nov. 12, 2017, in Hollywood, Calif.
6 years ago

Actress details her allegations against ex-CBS chief

The actress says that he behaved inappropriately in a 1997 meeting.
6 years ago
Illeana Douglas appears on "The View," Oct. 2, 2018.
6 years ago
Donald Trump, Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle attend the DC premiere of the film, "Death of a Nation," at E Street Cinema on Aug. 1, 2018 in Washington, DC.
6 years ago

#WhyIDidntReport gives survivors old-school platform to share their stories

A project in New York City allows survivors to share stories on sheets of paper.
6 years ago
A photograph showing a large piece of paper that was taped to a monument Sept. 28, 2018 in Union Square where comments were recorded on.
6 years ago

Asia Argento accuser speaks out on sexual assault allegations

The former child actor made an appearance on Italian TV Sunday night.
6 years ago
Actor Jimmy Bennett attends Relativity Media's '21 and Over' premiere at Westwood Village Theatre on February 21, 2013 in Westwood, California.
6 years ago

Ahead of #MeToo anniversary, early Weinstein accuser re-emerges from 'exile'

Ambra Gutierrez's voice was last heard on a recording with Harvey Weinstein.
6 years ago
Ambra Gutierrez attends the 2018 Women In The World Summit at Lincoln Center, April 12, 2018, in New York City.
6 years ago

Fact Check: Trump's faulty take on sexual assault a sobering moment

So much about sexual assault is so complicated, but the claims the president made this week are not. They're just wrong. There's just one fact check this Friday.
6 years ago
President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Sept. 20, 2018, in Las Vegas. Trump, who flew out to show support for Republican Sen. Dean Heller, said that his Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh "is going to be just fine."
6 years ago

How #MeToo, other movements have shaken up Hollywood's top 100

The Hollywood Reporter released its top 100 with more women and diversity.
6 years ago
Ronan Farrow attends the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, March 4, 2018, in Beverly Hills, Calif.
6 years ago

Mark Cuban to donate $10M after bombshell harassment report

The Dallas Mavericks owner's donation to women's groups was made after a seven-monthslong investigation commissioned by the team.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Mark Cuban to donate $10M after bombshell harassment report
6 years ago

Chen to leave 'The Talk' amid husband's scandal: Report

Julie Chen's future on the talk show has been questioned since her husband, Les Moonves, was forced to resign from CBS after sexual misconduct allegations.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Chen to leave 'The Talk' amid husband's scandal: Report
6 years ago

'60 Minutes' boss reportedly fired for text sent to reporter

Jeff Fager was reportedly fired for a text he sent to a network reporter who was covering the claims of alleged sexual misconduct against him.
6 years ago
VIDEO: '60 Minutes' boss reportedly fired for text sent to reporter
6 years ago

CBS under fire over severance for ex-CEO

Les Moonves faces sexual misconduct allegations from a dozen women.
6 years ago
VIDEO: CBS under fire after filing says disgraced CEO will keep his office space
6 years ago

Les Moonves accuser speaks out as CBS chairman, CEO is let go from the network

Moonves, who's been accused of sexual misconduct, said in part of a statement that "Untrue allegations from decades ago are now being made against me that are not consistent with who I am."
6 years ago
VIDEO:  Les Moonves accuser speaks out as CBS chairman, CEO is let go from the network
6 years ago

Les Moonves accuser speaks out: 'He took my whole career'

A one-time TV executive who accused former CBS Corp. CEO Les Moonves of sexual impropriety said Monday "he took my whole career."
6 years ago
Leslie "Les" Moonves, president and chief executive officer of CBS Corp., listens during a Bloomberg Television interview in New York City, Oct. 14, 2015.