harvey weinstein His lawyer said he had to be admitted to a New York hospital because he had a number of health problems.
Arthur Aidala The former film producer told TMZ that he has been admitted to Manhattan's Bellevue Hospital for tests.
he explained: weinstein He is doing well and is satisfied with the medical care he has received since being released from prison. The problems he suffers from or the ones that forced him to be hospitalized have not been disclosed, but he is said to suffer from heart disease, diabetes, sleep apnea, and eye problems, among others.
in fact, weinsteinrepresentative of Judas Engelmayersaid that the 16-year prison sentence imposed by a Los Angeles judge was cruel and impossible for him to serve given his age and health.
However, that conviction was later overturned by the New York Court of Appeals, and he will be tried again in the Big Apple.
A spokesperson for the New York Department of Corrections told The Associated Press: weinstein He remains in custody in Bellevue.
Who started the “Me Too” movement against Harvey Weinstein?
The movement began in 2017 and emerged as a hashtag on social networks denouncing a series of incidents of sexual assault and harassment, primarily in work environments.
- Alyssa MilanoThe actress, known for her role on “Charmed,'' was one of the first to speak out about her incident on Twitter (now known as X) using the hashtag “Me Too.''
- gwyneth paltrow She pointed directly at Harvey Weinstein and openly shared her experiences.
- rose mcgowananother prominent actress, was also one of the first to make public accusations against Harvey Weinstein.
- ashley judd He was one of those who directly targeted Harvey Weinstein as a sex offender.