Since Harvey Weinstein was accused of sexual harassment and assault on Oct. 5, nearly 100 powerful people have been accused of sexual harassment. Here’s where these accusations currently stand.
The industries
Fifty-one people accused of sexual harassment, assault or misconduct work in arts and entertainment.Eighteen work in politics.Twenty-one work in media.Four work from the hospitality industry, including the restaurant and hotel business.Four work in technology, sports, venture capitalism or other industries.
Oct. 5
Co-founder of Miramax and the Weinstein Co.
Accused of: Rape, forcible oral sex, masturbating in front of women, indecent exposure, groping, kissing, asking for massages, voyeurism, sexual requests in exchange for industry access, physical assault and intimidation
Number of accusers: 84
Response: Weinstein sent a response to the New York Times following the initial allegations, saying, “I appreciate the way I've behaved with colleagues in the past has caused a lot of pain, and I sincerely apologize for it.” In response to allegations in the New Yorker, Sallie Hofmeister, a spokesperson for Weinstein, stated, “Any allegations of non-consensual sex are unequivocally denied by Mr. Weinstein.” Weinstein has since denied various accusations, including those from Lupita Nyong'o, Salma Hayek and Mira Sorvino. Source
Result: Fired from the board of the Weinstein Co. and resigned from the Directors Guild of America. He was expelled from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and is also under investigation by police departments in Los Angeles, New York and London. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 5
Creator of “Honest Trailers” YouTube channel
Accused of: Propositioning, lewd comments, intimidation
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Denied the accusations to the New York Times through a statement from his lawyer, Yana Henriks. Source
Result: Fired from Defy Media and Screen Junkies. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Oct. 12
Former head of Amazon Studios
Accused of: Propositioning a TV producer and making lewd comments
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Price has yet to comment on the allegations. Representatives for Price did not immediately respond to The Times’ request for comment on Dec 26. Source
Result: Price has resigned from position at Amazon. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 17
Showrunner and creator of Nickelodeon’s “The Loud House”
Accused of: Sexual requests in exchange for industry access, intimidation, sending lewd text messages to a colleague
Number of accusers: 12
Response: In a Facebook post that has since been deleted, Savino says, “Although it was never my intention, I now understand that the impact of my actions and communications created an unacceptable environment.” Source
Result: Savino has been fired from Nickelodeon. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 17
Current head of the Weinstein Co. and brother of Harvey Weinstein
Accused of: Making repeated romantic overtures to an executive producer, propositioning
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Bert Fields, Weinstein's lawyer, said in a response to Variety, “There is no way in the world that Bob Weinstein is guilty of sexual harassment.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 18
Ohio state senator
Accused of: Propositioning, lewd comments, online harassment, workplace harassment
Number of accusers: 1
Response: In a statement posted to Twitter, Hite wrote: “I recognize that this was inappropriate behavior. She deserves more respect than that and so does my wife.” Source
Result: Hite resigned from his seat in the Ohio Senate on Oct. 17. Source
Oct. 19
Blogger and well-known figure in technology
Accused of: Groping
Number of accusers: 4
Response: After initially posting an apology on Facebook, Scoble deleted the post and posted on his blog, challenging the reporting of TechCrunch and Business Insider. “Even the most rudimentary fact check by news outlets would have caught a few obvious things ... I don’t have employees, I don’t cut checks for investment. None of the women who came forward were ever in a position where I could make or break their careers.” He also responded to the allegations directly: “Each of the women who have come forward used grains of truth to sell false narrative.” Source
Result: Scoble has resigned from his augmented reality company. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 19
Former editorial director of Vox Media
Accused of: Admitted to inappropriate conduct, but no specific details have been provided publicly
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Steele has not responded directly, but Vox's CEO said in a statement to the company that Steele had “admitted engaging in conduct that is inconsistent with [Vox's] core values.” Source
Result: Fired from Vox Media Source
Photo: Associated Press
Oct. 20
Former APA agent who represented “Stranger Things” actor Finn Wolfhard
Accused of: Propositioning, groping, intimidation, harassing phone calls
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Grasham has not responded to numerous requests for comment, including to a note by a Times reporter left at the door of his home. Source
Result: Grasham has been fired from APA and placed under investigation by the LAPD after one of his accusers filed a police report against him Source
Photo: Shutterstock
Oct. 21
New Orleans-based chef with notable appearances on TV shows such as “Top Chef”
Accused of: Groping, kissing, oral sex, intimidation, workplace harassment
Number of accusers: 25
Response: In a statement initially posted by the Times-Picayune, Besh said he wanted to “apologize to anyone past and present who has worked for me who found my behavior as unacceptable as I do.” Source
Result: Besh has resigned from his restaurant group. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 22
Director, screenwriter and actor
Accused of: Sexual requests in exchange for industry access, masturbating in front of women, groping, physical assault and intimidation
Number of accusers: The Times has reported receiving more than 200 accusations on top of our initial 38 accusations.
Response: Toback has denied the allegations against him in statements to The Times, saying he had never met the women or, if he did, it “was for five minutes and have no recollection.” He also repeatedly claimed that for the last 22 years it had been “biologically impossible” for him to engage in the behavior described by his accusers. Source
Result: Toback is under investigation by the Beverly Hills Police Department. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 24
41st president of the United States
Accused of: Groping
Number of accusers: 7
Response: A statement released by Bush's camp denied the allegations, saying, “At age 93, President Bush has been confined to a wheelchair for roughly five years, so his arm falls on the lower waist of people with whom he takes pictures.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Oct. 24
Former editor at the New Republic
Accused of: Kissing, lewd comments, workplace harassment
Number of accusers: In its initial report, the New York Times mentioned “several” women involved in an email chain detailing sexual harassment involving Wieseltier.
Response: In a statement initially reported by Politico, Wieseltier wrote: “For my offenses against some of my colleagues in the past I offer a shaken apology and ask for their forgiveness.” Source
Result: Wieseltier's upcoming projects have been suspended. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Oct. 25
Former publisher of Artforum magazine
Accused of: Groping, kissing, sending lewd messages, intimidation
Number of accusers: 9
Response: In an emailed statement to Artnet, Landesman said, “I have never willfully or intentionally harmed anyone. However, I am fully engaged in seeking help to ensure that my behavior with both friends and colleagues is above reproach in the future.” Source
Result: Landesman has resigned from the magazine. Source
Photo: WireImage
Oct. 25
Political journalist and author
Accused of: Propositioning women, groping, masturbating in front of women
Number of accusers: 12
Response: Halperin has denied allegations that he masturbated in front of or physically assaulted anyone. But on his Twitter account, he issued a broad apology for his behavior during his 10-year tenure at ABC. He added that he did not engage in “improper behavior” with colleagues and subordinates at subsequent jobs at Time Inc., Bloomberg News, NBC News or Showtime. Source
Result: Halperin was fired from MSNBC and NBC, and his upcoming collaborations with HBO and Penguin Press have been canceled. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 26
CBS Diversity Showcase director
Accused of: Propositioning, lewd comments
Number of accusers: Najera left CBS following an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment. No number of accusers was given.
Response: On his webpage, Rick Najera and his family denied accusations, saying, “It’s unbelievable that a diversity program I directed and we supported for more than a decade would be twisted against me.” Source
Result: Najera has resigned from the Diversity Comedy Showcase. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 26
E! News senior correspondent
Accused of: Propositioning, lewd comments and messages
Number of accusers: 2
Response: In a statement to the Wrap, Baker wrote: “To be clear: I was never asked to step down, and I have not been found guilty of anything that’s been alleged.” Source
Result: Baker parted ways with E! shortly after accusations came out, but both parties say it was unrelated to the allegations. Source
Photo: Sipa USA
Oct. 29
Oscar-winning actor, director, producer, screenwriter
Accused of: Pedophilia, groping, lewd comments
Number of accusers: 15
Response: In a post on Twitter, Spacey wrote: “If I did behave then as [Rapp] describes, I owe him the sincerest apology for what would have been deeply inappropriate drunken behavior.” Spacey has yet to address other accusers. Source
Result: Spacey was fired from “House of Cards” and edited out of the new film “All the Money in the World.” Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 30
President and publisher of the New Republic
Accused of: Workplace harassment, physical assault, lewd comments
Number of accusers: Allegations were known publicly when the New Republic launched an investigation into Fish's history of harassment. No specific number was given.
Response: In an email to the Associated Press on Nov. 3, Fish denied the allegations, saying, “As I understand it, some employees, to my deep dismay, complained this week that my presence had led them to feel uncomfortable at the New Republic.” Source
Result: Fish has resigned as publisher of the New Republic. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 31
Publicist at Music Row
Accused of: Sexual requests in exchange for industry access, groping, lewd comments, workplace harassment, intimidation
Number of accusers: 22 former clients, employees and interns
Response: Through a representative from his firm, Webster Public Relations, Webster released a statement Nov. 4 to News4, saying, “As a single adult, Mr. Webster has had multiple relationships over the course of his professional life, all of which have been consensual.” Source
Result: Webster has since been fired by several high-profile clients. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Oct. 31
Editorial director of NPR
Accused of: Kissing, sexual advances under the pretense of offering work advice
Number of accusers: 3
Response: In an internal memo reported by CNN, Oreskes apologized, stating: “My behavior was wrong and inexcusable, and I accept full responsibility.” Source
Result: Oreskes resigned from NPR. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Oct. 31
Actor best known for his role on the comedy series “Entourage”
Accused of: Groping, physical assault, indecent exposure, masturbating in front of women
Number of accusers: 4
Response: In a statement posted on Twitter, Piven wrote, “The accusations against me are absolutely false and completely fabricated.” He has further taken and posted a lie detector test in an effort to disprove the allegations. Source
Result: CBS canceled “Wisdom of the Crowd,” which starred Piven, following the accusations. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Oct. 31
Actor
Accused of: Propositioning, groping, kissing
Number of accusers: Dick was fired from “Raising Buchanan” following accusations of harassment; no specific number was given.
Response: When speaking to the Hollywood Reporter, Dick said, “Of course I'm going to proposition people. I'm single, depressed, lonely and trying to get a date. They can just say no, and they probably did and then I was done.” Source
Result: Dick was fired from upcoming film “Raising Buchanan.” Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 1
Film producer who worked on “Rush Hour”
Accused of: Rape, forcible oral sex, masturbating in front of women, indecent exposure, sexual requests in exchange for industry access, groping, physical assault and intimidation
Number of accusers: 11
Response: Martin Singer, Ratner's attorney, “categorically” disputed the women's accounts. “I have represented Mr. Ratner for two decades, and no woman has ever made a claim against him for sexual misconduct or sexual harassment,” Singer said in a 10-page letter to The Times. “Furthermore, no woman has ever requested or received any financial settlement from my client.” Source
Result: Ratner's production deal with Warner Bros. was not renewed. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 1
Two-time Oscar-winning actor
Accused of: Rape, groping, indecent exposure
Number of accusers: 8
Response: In a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, Hoffman addressed one of the accusations, saying, “I have the utmost respect for women and feel terrible that anything I might have done could have put her in an uncomfortable situation.” Hoffman has not responded publicly to other accusations. Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 1
Chief strategy officer at Billboard
Accused of: Unspecified sexual harassment
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Billboard issued a statement confirming Blackwell and the company parted ways. Blackwell has not responded to requests for comment. Source
Result: Blackwell has resigned from Billboard. Source
Nov. 1
Kentucky House speaker
Accused of: Workplace harassment, including sending sexually charged messages to a staff member
Number of accusers: 1
Response: At a conference in Capitol Annex, Hoover announced his resignation but denied the claims, saying, “... But as inappropriate as those text messages were, I want to reiterate that at no time – at no time – did I engage in unwelcome or unwanted conduct of any kind. And at no time were there ever any sexual relations.” Source
Result: Hoover has resigned from the Kentucky House. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 3
CEO of Primary Wave Entertainment
Accused of: Drugging, kissing, unspecified sexual assault
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Guillod's attorney denied allegations, saying that the LAPD investigated the allegations in 2012 and that no criminal or civil case was brought against him as a result. Source
Result: Guillod has resigned from Primary Wave Entertainment. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 7
Actor best known for his role on “Gossip Girl”
Accused of: Rape, propositioning, groping, physical assault
Number of accusers: 3
Response: “I do not know this woman,” Westwick wrote on Twitter about accuser Kristina Cohen. “I have never forced myself in any manner, on any woman. I certainly have never committed rape.” Two days later he stated in another Twitter post that he's cooperating with authorities “so that they can clear my name ... It is disheartening and sad to me that as a result of two unverified … social media claims, there are some in this environment who could ever conclude I have had anything to do with such vile and horrific conduct. I have absolutely not.” Source
Result: The LAPD is investigating sexual assault claims against Westwick. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 8
Actor best known for his roles on “Arrested Development” and “Transparent”
Accused of: Propositioning, groping, lewd comments, intimidation
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Tambor denied the allegations to Deadline, saying, “I've already made clear my deep regret if any action of mine was ever misinterpreted by anyone as being aggressive, but the idea that I would deliberately harass anyone is simply and utterly untrue.” Source
Result: Tambor indicated that he would quit the show “Transparent” in a statement released Nov. 19, but his publicist stated on Dec. 6 that no final decision had been made. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 8
Actor known for his role in “Prison Break”
Accused of: Groping, violent attempts to initiate sex, forced oral sex, kissing without consent
Number of accusers: 5
Response: Knepper denied the initial allegation in an Instagram post, saying, “I am shocked and devastated to be falsely accused of violence against a woman. That’s just not who I am.” In a statement to the Deadline, Knepper addressed four additional accusations, saying, “I need to reiterate that these accusations against me are false.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: TNS
Nov. 8
Executive director of the Armory Show, a top international art fair
Accused of: Unwelcome touching, lewd comments
Number of accusers: 5
Response: Genocchio issued a statement to the New York Times, saying, “To the extent my behavior was perceived as disrespectful, I deeply and sincerely apologize and will ensure it does not happen again.” Source
Result: Genocchio has been replaced as the director of the Armory Show. Source
Nov. 8
Actor and producer
Accused of: Sexual requests in exchange for industry access
Number of accusers: 3
Response: A spokesman for Seagal denied a harassment claim made by a Playboy model to the Daily Beast. Seagal has also denied sexually harassing a Hollywood executive, who has remained anonymous. Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 8
Minnesota state senator
Accused of: Unwanted physical contact, sending photos of male genitalia
Number of accusers: The online newspaper MinnPost reported two known accusers as well as an unspecified number of anonymous accusers.
Response: In a meeting with MinnPost, Schoen said the allegations are “either completely false or have been taken far out of context... Despite this, if any of my actions or words have ever made another person feel uncomfortable or harassed, I deeply regret it and truly apologize.” Source
Result: Schoen has resigned from his position. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 8
Agent at WME
Accused of: Groping
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Venit has not commented publicly on the allegations, and representatives for Venit did not respond to The Times’ request for comment on Dec 5. Source
Result: Venit was suspended by WME after Crews accused Venit of grabbing his genitals at an industry party in 2016. He was later reinstated when an internal investigation found that the allegation was an isolated incident. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 9
Stand-up comedian and actor
Accused of: Masturbating in front and during phone conversations with women
Number of accusers: 5
Response: Louis C.K. acknowledged the allegations in a statement, saying, “These stories are true. At the time, I said to myself that what I did was okay because I never showed a woman my [penis] without asking first, which is also true.” Source
Result: The release of C.K.'s upcoming film was canceled, as were all of his upcoming projects. Source
Photo: Michael Nagle (For the Los Angeles Times)
Nov. 9
Defeated Republican candidate for U.S. Senate
Accused of: Sexual assault of a minor, groping
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Moore has denied all the accusations made against him. Source
Result: Moore lost the Alabama Senate election to Democrat Doug Jones. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 9
California state senator
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, groping and unwanted sexual advances
Number of accusers: 2
Response: In a Dec. 10 announcement, Mendoza stated: “I want to state clearly again that I deny the allegations in question.” Source
Result: Colleagues have asked him to take a leave of absence and have moved to expel him. He has refused as of Dec. 14, 2017. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 9
Writer, director and producer best known for creating AMC's “Mad Men”
Accused of: Inappropriate comments, unwanted sexual advances
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Weiner's representative said he “does not remember saying this comment nor does it reflect a comment he would say to any colleague.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Michael Nagle (For the Los Angeles Times)
Nov. 10
Producer, writer and the creator of CW's “Arrow,” “The Flash,” “Supergirl” and “Legends of Tomorrow”
Accused of: Unwanted physical contact, requests for massages to female staff members, inappropriate comments
Number of accusers: 19
Response: Kreisberg has denied all allegations, telling Variety, “I have made comments on women’s appearances and clothes in my capacity as an executive producer, but they were not sexualized. Like many people, I have given someone a non-sexual hug or kiss on the cheek.” He further denies having inappropriately touched or attempting to massage anyone. Source
Result: Kreisberg has been fired from the CW. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 10
Director, screenwriter, founder of the Goddard Group
Accused of: Pedophilia, sleeping in bed with underage boys, kissing, groping, physical assault and intimidation
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Goddard's publicist, Sam Singer, disputed the allegations, which he said were “full of innuendo and hearsay.” Singer, in denying the allegations to The Times, questioned accusers who “maintained personal and professional relationships with Mr. Goddard well into adulthood, and now, out of the blue, are making false, disparaging and defamatory statements.” Source
Result: Goddard announced he would take a leave of absence from Goddard Group. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 10
Rolling Stone co-founder
Accused of: Unwanted kissing, offering of a writing deal in exchange for sexual favors
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Wenner, to the Hollywood Reporter, confirmed offering a sexual relationship but denied having offered the accuser a writing deal in exchange, saying, “He turned me down, which I respected. I had no intention of making him feel uncomfortable.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 10
President and CEO of André Balazs Properties
Accused of: Groping, forced penetration, kissing
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Balazs has not responded to numerous requests for comment by the New York Times. Balazs' hotel management company did not immediately respond to The Times' request for comment on Dec. 27. Source
Result: None Source
Photo: AbacaPress
Nov. 10
Minnesota state representative
Accused of: Suggestive texts, repeated requests for sex, unwanted physical contact
Number of accusers: 2
Response: The Pioneer Press reported that Cornish has denied allegations of harassment by a female lobbyist but that he has confirmed having sent sexual texts to her saying he wanted to pursue a relationship. In response to another accuser, Cornish said the allegations were misinterpreted humor. Source
Result: Resigned from his position in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 10
Editor of DC Comics
Accused of: Kissing, groping, contributing to a hostile work environment for women
Number of accusers: 6
Response: Berganza has not commented on the allegations. Representatives for DC comics did not immediately respond to The Times' request for comment on Dec. 26. Source
Result: Berganza has been fired from DC comics. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 11
Actor known for portraying Hikaru Sulu in “Star Trek”
Accused of: Groping, attempting to take advantage of a sleeping man
Number of accusers: 1
Response: On Twitter, Takei denied the accusation, saying, “Those that know me understand that non consensual acts are so antithetical to my values and my practices, the very idea that someone would accuse me of this is quite personally painful.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 11
Showrunner of “One Tree Hill”
Accused of: Verbal abuse, inappropriate jokes, humiliating cast members, propositioning, manipulation, groping, kissing, inappropriate touching
Number of accusers: 43
Response: A representative for Schwahn refuses to comment on the record. Source
Result: Suspended from “The Royals.” Source
Photo: TNS
Nov. 13
Danish film director and screenwriter
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, suggestive comments, offers of sex, defamation
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Von Trier has denied the accusations, which were made by the singer Bjork. “That was not the case,” the director told the online edition of Danish daily Jyllands-Posten (via the Guardian). “But that we were definitely not friends, that’s a fact.” Source
Result: None, but an employee of Trier's company is facing an investigation over sexual harassment charges. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 13
Venture capitalist
Accused of: Creating a hostile work environment for women in his venture capital firm DFJ
Number of accusers: An unknown number of allegations compelled DFJ to conduct an investigation, starting Oct. 24
Response: Jurvetson has denied the accusations and stated on Twitter, “I am leaving DFJ to focus on personal matters, including taking legal action against those whose false statements have defamed me.” Source
Result: Jurvetson has resigned from DFJ. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 13
Actor and producer
Accused of: Molestation of an 11-year-old actress
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Sizemore declined to comment to the Hollywood Reporter when the accusation was published. In a statement to the Daily Mail on Nov. 21, he said, “I never, nor would I ever, sexually touch a child. I have done many things I’m not proud of in this life. However, I did not do this... These allegations are completely untrue and unfounded and I will do everything in my power to clear my name.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 16
Oscar-winning actor best known for his role in the “Rocky” films
Accused of: Sexual assault of a minor, forced oral sex
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Michelle Bega, a spokeswoman for Stallone, released a statement saying, “This is a ridiculous, categorically false story.” Source
Result: A police report has been filed in Santa Monica accusing Stallone of sexual assault. Source
Photo: TNS
Nov. 16
Actor best known for his roles on “That 70s Show” and “The Ranch”
Accused of: Sexual assault, choking, assaulting an unconscious victim
Number of accusers: 5
Response: Masterson denied allegations to The Times, saying, “From day one, I have denied the outrageous allegations against me.” Source
Result: Masterson will not appear in future seasons of “The Ranch.” Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 16
U.S. senator from Minnesota
Accused of: Groping, kissing, inappropriate touching
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Franken resigned Dec. 7 but denied the allegations, saying, “Nothing I have done as a senator — nothing — has brought dishonor on this institution. And I am confident that the Ethics Committee would agree.” He appeared to have pulled back from a Nov. 16 statement in which he said he was “ashamed” of behavior that was “completely inappropriate.” Source
Result: Franken has announced he'll resign from the U.S. Senate on Jan. 2. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 16
NPR chief news editor
Accused of: Kissing, attempting kissing, unsolicited gifts
Number of accusers: 3
Response: Sweeney could not immediately be reached for comment. NPR did not immediately respond to The Times' request for comment on Dec. 26. Source
Result: Sweeney has left NPR Source
Nov. 16
Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party
Accused of: Inappropriate comments, contributing to an unprofessional workplace
Number of accusers: 6
Response: In a statement reported by Politico, Bittel acknowledged his behavior and offered an apology, saying, “Every person, regardless of their gender, race, age or sexuality, should be treated with respect...if any of my comments or actions did not reflect that belief I am deeply sorry.” Source
Result: Bittel has resigned from his position. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 17
Producer and filmmaker
Accused of: Sexual assault, additional details not provided
Number of accusers: 1
Response: In a statement to the Hollywood reporter, Miller's attorney Don Walerstein denied claims, stating, “Mr. Miller's legal team gathered overwhelming evidence directly contradicting these false and offensive claims.” He further alleged that an accuser sought money from Miller but later rescinded, saying, “Neither Ms. Perrineau nor her lawyers have ever made a demand for money.” Source
Result: Miller is under investigation by the LAPD. Source
Nov. 17
Radio personality, television host, and producer
Accused of: Accused by a former hairstylist of inappropriate behavior; further details not included
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Seacrest denied the allegation in a statement published by the Hollywood Reporter: “I dispute these reckless allegations, and I plan to cooperate with any corporate inquiries that may result.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 19
CEO of Rush Communications and founder of Def Jam Recordings
Accused of: Rape, forcible oral sex, masturbating in front of women, sexual requests in exchange for industry access, indecent exposure, groping, forced kissing, physical assault and intimidation
Number of accusers: 11
Response: Simmons, in a statement to The Times, denied all allegations. “I want to restate categorically what I have said previously: I have never been violent or abusive to any women in any way at any time in my entire life.” Simmons's attorney Brad Rose released a statement saying that Simmons “... fully supports and will cooperate with ...” an inquiry by New York police. Source
Result: Simmons has resigned from his companies and is under investigation by the NYPD. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 20
Democratic California assemblyman
Accused of: Kissing, unwanted sexual advances
Number of accusers: 6
Response: Announcing his immediate resignation, Bocanegra said, “It is my hope that in taking this action we can help clear the path so that women and men who have been truly victims of sexual assault and workplace harassment can step forward and get justice for any crimes committed against them. While I am not guilty of any such crimes, I am admittedly not perfect.” Bocanegra said in an earlier statement that he “accepted responsibility for my actions” as they relate to that “regrettable encounter” regarding a 2009 incident with one of his accusers. Source
Result: Bocanegra has resigned from the Assembly. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 20
Democratic congressman from Michigan
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, requesting sexual favors, inappropriate use of congressional resources
Number of accusers: 6
Response: Conyers has denied the allegations to the Associated Press, saying, “I have been looking at these things in amazement.” Source
Result: Conyers has announced his plans to retire from Congress. Source
Photo: EPA
Nov. 20
Political reporter at the New York Times
Accused of: Unwanted advances, groping, unwanted kissing, inappropriate touching
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Thrush denied allegations to Vox media but offered an emailed apology. “I apologize to any woman who felt uncomfortable in my presence, and for any situation where I behaved inappropriately. Any behavior that makes a woman feel disrespected or uncomfortable is unacceptable.” Source
Result: Thrush was suspended from the New York Times, but an announcement to staff stated that he would resume work at the New York Times in late January covering a different beat. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Nov. 20
Host of “CBS This Morning” and PBS' “Charlie Rose”
Accused of: Groping, indecent exposure
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Rose issued an apology on Twitter, saying, “I am greatly embarrassed. I have behaved insensitively at times, and I accept responsibility for that, though I do not believe that all of these allegations are accurate,” he said. “I always felt that I pursued shared feelings though I now realize that I was mistaken.” Source
Result: Rose has been fired from CBS, and his PBS show has been canceled. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 21
Award-winning filmmaker and writer
Accused of: Orchestrating a humiliating audition in which an actress was asked to perform suggestive acts, groping
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Stone defended himself against allegations that he had created a humiliating audition process for one of his movies, saying on his radio show that “our film was going to be a raunchy, no-holds-barred rock 'n' roll movie.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 21
Co-founder of Pixar
Accused of: Unwanted physical contact, creating a hostile work environment (women described being barred from meetings because they would be a “distraction” for Lasseter)
Number of accusers: The Times interviewed six former employees who allege harassment by Lasseter. He was placed on leave due to internal allegations of an unspecified number.
Response: In a memo to staff obtained by the Times, Lasseter wrote, “...I especially want to apologize to anyone who has ever been on the receiving end of an unwanted hug or any other gesture they felt crossed the line in any way, shape, or form.” Source
Result: Lasseter has taken a leave of absence. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 29
NBC's “Today” host
Accused of: Inappropriate sexual behavior, indecent exposure
Number of accusers: 7
Response: Lauer denied the allegations in a statement, saying, “Some of what is being said about me is untrue or mischaracterized, but there is enough truth in these stories to make me feel embarrassed.” Source
Result: Lauer was fired by NBC after the investigation of a complaint filed against him. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 29
Radio personality best known as the creator of “A Prairie Home Companion”
Accused of: No details were released about the “inappropriate behavior” that prompted Minnesota Public Radio to fire Keillor
Number of accusers: Keillor was fire over allegations of an unspecified number.
Response: Garrison denied accusations, saying to the Associated Press that he's been fired over “a story that I think is more interesting and more complicated than the version MPR heard.” Source
Result: Keillor has been fired from Minnesota Public Radio. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Nov. 29
Chef and judge on ABC's “The Great American Baking Show”
Accused of: Verbal abuse, groping, simulated having sex with one of his employees, racism, made female employees massage his shoulders, coerced employee into sexual interactions
Number of accusers: 4
Response: After reviewing the initial Mic report, Iuzzini denied several accusations and said “many of the other allegations are inaccurate, others I do not recall and none were meant to hurt people.” Source
Result: ABC pulled “The Great American Baking Show” and fired Iuzzini. Source
Photo: TNS
Nov. 30
Casting director involved in Broadway shows
Accused of: Huff was fired in response from Telsey & Co. in response to allegations of sexual misconduct. Further details have not been disclosed
Number of accusers: Fired in response to an unspecified amount of internal reports of sexual misconduct
Response: Representatives for Huff did not immediately respond to The Times’ request for comment on Dec. 26. Source
Result: Huff has been fired from his position at casting company Telsey & Co. Source
Nov. 30
Broadway casting director
Accused of: Sexual assault, groping, indecent exposure, molesting a minor
Number of accusers: 9
Response: In responding to the New York Times' investigation, Horovitz denied the accusations, saying he had “a different memory of some of these events.” Source
Result: Two of Horowitz's plays at the Jobsite Theater were canceled, Circle Theatre stopped production of his play, and Gloucester Stage Company cut ties with him. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Nov. 30
Venture capitalist
Accused of: Kissing, groping, displaying explicit images
Number of accusers: 6
Response: Pishevar announced his resignation Dec. 14, so that he can focus on challenging what he calls a “smear campaign” against him. Source
Result: Resigned From Sherpa Capital Source
Photo: Getty Images
Dec. 1
Award-winning journalist and radio personality
Accused of: Propositioning, inappropriate correspondence, kissing, attempts to initiate a sexual relationship, sexual comments
Number of accusers: 8
Response: Hockenberry denied knowingly harassing anyone, saying to the Cut, “It horrifies me that I made the talented and driven people I worked with feel uncomfortable, and that the stress around putting together a great show was made worse by my behavior.” Source
Result: None (Hockenberry is retired) Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 1
Democratic congressman from Nevada
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, sending sexually suggestive text messages
Number of accusers: 3
Response: Kihuen responded to the accusations in a statement, saying, “I want to state clearly again that I deny the allegations in question.” Source
Result: Kihuen announced that he will not seek reelection in 2018. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 3
Metropolitan Opera conductor
Accused of: Molesting a minor, inappropriate touching, fondling
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Levine issued a response Dec. 7, which was reported in the New York Times, in which he denied the claims. He said, “As anyone who truly knows me will attest, I have not lived my life as an oppressor or an aggressor.” Source
Result: Levine has been suspended. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 4
Democratic assemblyman from Woodland Hills
Accused of: Masturbating in front of women, inappropriate talk in a workplace
Number of accusers: 5
Response: In a resignation letter issued Dec. 8, Dababneh denied the allegations, saying, “My stepping down isn't out of guilt or out of fear.” Source
Result: Dababneh has resigned, effective Jan. 1. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 4
Editor of National Enquirer Entertainment
Accused of: Inappropriate talk in a workplace, harassment
Number of accusers: At least 12
Response: Howard denied the allegations, calling them “baseless” in a statement to the Associated Press. A company lawyer said its investigation concluded that Howard committed no serious wrongdoing. Source
Result: None Source
Dec. 6
Editor of the Paris Review
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, creating a hostile work environment for women, unwelcome advances
Number of accusers: 2
Response: In a letter of resignation to his board, Stein acknowledged that dating those that worked for the magazine was “an abuse of my position.” He admitted to sexual encounters in the office but said that these encounters were consensual and occurred before he was married in 2015. Source
Result: Stein has resigned from the Paris Review. Source
Photo: WireImage
Dec. 7
Director, best known as the director of the “X-Men” films
Accused of: Sexual assault of multiple minors
Number of accusers: 3
Response: Singer was accused in a lawsuit of raping a 17-year-old boy on a yacht in the Seattle area 14 years ago. Andrew Brettler, Singer's attorney, said in a statement that the director “categorically denies these allegations and will vehemently defend this lawsuit to the very end.” Source
Result: Fired from a number of movies, including an upcoming Freddie Mercury biopic, and is facing a lawsuit from one of his accusers. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 7
Republican congressman from Arizona
Accused of: Offered former employees money in exchange for carrying his child, workplace retaliation
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Franks denied allegations in a statement on Dec. 7, saying that he never physically intimidated, coerced or attempted to have sexual contact with any member of his congressional staff. Source
Result: Franks has resigned. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Dec. 8
Federal appeals judge
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, showing women pornography
Number of accusers: 15
Response: Kozinski denied the allegations, saying in a statement distributed by the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals that “it grieves me to learn that I caused any of my clerks to feel uncomfortable; this was never my intent. For this I sincerely apologize.” Source
Result: Kozinski abruptly retired in the wake of more than a dozen complaints from former clerks, junior staff members and others accusing him of sexual misconduct. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 11
Reporter for the New Yorker and a CNN contributor
Accused of: Sexual misconduct; no further details given
Number of accusers: Fired by the New Yorker in response to an investigation by the company into an unspecified number of complaints.
Response: Lizza denied the allegations in an emailed statement, saying, “I am dismayed that the New Yorker has decided to characterize a respectful relationship with a woman I dated as somehow inappropriate.” Source
Result: Lizza has been fired by New Yorker and suspended by CNN. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Dec. 11
Celebrity chef
Accused of: Inappropriate touching, groping
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Batali did not deny the allegations, saying in a statement that “although the identities of most of the individuals mentioned in these stories have not been revealed to me, much of the behavior described does, in fact, match up with ways I have acted.” Source
Result: Batali is stepping away from companies and projects, including ABC's “The Chew.” Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 11
Anchor of Fox 11's “Good Day L.A.”
Accused of: Sexual harassment; no further details given
Number of accusers: Left Fox 11 in the wake of an investigation by the company into an unspecified number of complaints.
Response: Edwards has not commented publicly. Representatives for Fox 11 have not immediately responded to The Times’ request for comment on Dec. 27. Source
Result: A Fox spokesperson said Edwards was “no longer employed” by the station. Source
Photo: KTTV
Dec. 12
Restaurateur, best known for owning the Spotted Pig in New York
Accused of: Unwanted advances, both in and outside of the workplace, inappropriate touching, creating a hostile work environment
Number of accusers: 10
Response: In a statement posted on the New York Times' website, Friedman responded that “some incidents were not as described, but context and content are not today’s discussion. I apologize now publicly for my actions.” Source
Result: Friedman is taking an indefinite leave of absence from the Spotted Pig and his other restaurants. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 13
Director best known for starring and directing in the Oscar-nominated documentary “Super Size Me”
Accused of: Spurlock published an essay detailing his behavior, including sexual harassment in the workplace.
Number of accusers: No accusers have come forward.
Response: Spurlock's essay, titled “I Am Part of the Problem,” stated, “Over my life, there have been many instances that parallel what we see everyday in the news ... I can't blindly act as though I didn't somehow play a part in this.” Source
Result: Spurlock resigned from his production company. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 13
Author and talk show host on PBS
Accused of: Sexual misconduct; no further details given
Number of accusers: PBS said in a statement that an investigation “revealed a pattern of multiple relationships with subordinates ...”
Response: In a Facebook video posted Dec. 13, Smiley strongly denied the accusations, saying, “To be clear, I have never groped, coerced, or exposed myself inappropriately to any workplace colleague in my entire broadcast career, covering six networks over 30 years.” Source
Result: PBS suspended distribution of his late-night talk show. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 14
Democratic state senator from Los Angeles
Accused of: Uncomfortable hugging despite requests to stop
Number of accusers: 3
Response: Hertzberg released a statement reported by the Sacramento Bee, saying: “My intentions have only been to foster a warm, human connection. I apologize to anyone who may have ever felt uncomfortable, and I will change how I greet people moving forward.” Source
Result: Hertzberg is cooperating with a state Senate investigation after a complaint that he gave unwanted hugs to a former lawmaker. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 14
Host of “Carter Can” on HGTV
Accused of: Coercing oral sex from a makeup artist
Number of accusers: 1
Response: In a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, Oosterhouse denied the claim, saying, “I would have never done anything that I was not sure was mutually agreeable.” Source
Result: None; Oosterhouse appeared on this year's HGTV's Christmas special, “The Great Christmas Light Fight.” Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Dec. 15
Managing director of opinion and commentary for the Detroit Free Press
Accused of: Sexual misconduct, sexually themed conversations with co-workers
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Henderson apologized to the women who came forward on his radio show, saying “as a senior leader at the Free Press, I should have acted more responsibly.” Source
Result: Henderson was fired following an investigation into inappropriate workplace conduct. Source
Dec. 15
Kansas Democratic congressional candidate
Accused of: Firing employee for refusing her sexual advances
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Ramsey denied the accusation in a Facebook post, saying, “Let me be clear: I never engaged in any of the alleged behavior.” Source
Result: Ramsey has pulled out of 2018 congressional race. Source
Dec. 15
Co-founder of June Pictures and producer of the film “The Florida Project”
Accused of: Sexual harassment, improper behavior with employees, propositioning, kissing
Number of accusers: 12
Response: Duncan has denied any wrongdoing in a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, saying, “The several circumstances that have been presented to me by news outlets are each distorted or demonstrably false in several key respects.” Source
Result: Duncan has resigned from his production company. Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 16
Owner of the Carolina Panthers
Accused of: No details have emerged about the misconduct that prompted the NFL to investigate.
Number of accusers: An NFL investigation was prompted by an unspecified number of accusations of sexual and racist misconduct
Response: Richardson has released a statement announcing his intentions to sell the Panthers. He has not addressed the allegations. The Panthers have not immediately respond to The Times’ request for comment on Dec. 26. Source
Result: Richardson announced that he would sell the team after the 2017-18 season after reports emerged that he previously settled harassment claims with an unknown number of employees. Source
Photo: Getty Images
Dec. 19
Actor and comedian known for his role on “Silicon Valley”
Accused of: Hitting, sexual assault
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Miller has denied the claim in a statement to the Daily Beast, saying of his accuser: “Sadly she is now using the current climate to bandwagon and launch these false accusations again.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: TNS
Dec. 20
Artist known for large portraits
Accused of: Inappropriate comments, luring women into his studio on false premises
Number of accusers: 2
Response: Close has denied the allegations to the New York Times, saying, “Last time I looked, discomfort was not a major offense,” he added. “I never reduced anyone to tears, no one ever ran out of the place. If I embarrassed anyone or made them feel uncomfortable, I am truly sorry.” Source
Result: None Source
Photo: Associated Press
Dec. 22
Famed music conductor
Accused of: Groping, kissing, intimidation
Number of accusers: 4
Response: Dutoit's office in Montreal issued a statement to the Associated Press denying the accusations, saying they “have absolutely no basis in truth.” Source
Result: Montreal Symphony Orchestra has launched an investigation into the accusations. Boston Symphony Orchestra and San Francisco Symphony severed ties with Dutoit. Other orchestras released statements confirming Dutoit had withdrawn from certain upcoming performances. Source
Photo: EPA
Dec. 26
President Trump's former campaign manager
Accused of: Groping
Number of accusers: 1
Response: Lewandowski did not immediately respond to an email by The Times seeking comment on Dec. 27. Source
Result: Lewandowski's accuser has filed a sexual assault complaint with Washington's Metropolitan Police Department. Source
Photo: Los Angeles Times
Sources: Images from Associated Press, Getty Images, Los Angeles Times, Shutterstock, Sipa USA, TNS, AbacaPress, KRT and EPA
Credits: Additional reporting by Kyle Kim