Meryl Streep, Judi Dench, Glenn Close and other celebrities are speaking out about high-powered film producer Harvey Weinstein following an explosive New York Times report that detailed sexual harassment allegations spanning decades from actresses and female employees.
Here is a roundup of reactions from some of Hollywood’s most prominent figures, who have expressed shock and dismay at the claims against Weinstein. Others have praised actress Ashley Judd, who spoke to the New York Times, and other women who have come forward with their own stories.
The actress, who won an Academy Award for her performance in the 2012 Weinstein Company film “Silver Linings Playbook,” said in a statement to People that she “was deeply disturbed to hear the news about Harvey Weinstein’s behavior.