Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has come forward to deny allegations of sexual abuse made against him by two former female employees. The 82-year-old entertainer claims he never abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman and has "pain me deeply" that the accusations are false.
Two women, identified only as Rebeca and Laura, allege they were subjected to inappropriate touching, insults, humiliation, and even sexual assault while working in Iglesias's Caribbean mansions. According to their accounts, these incidents occurred in 2021. The victims describe a culture of control and constant harassment at the hands of the singer.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Iglesias vehemently denied the allegations, calling them "absolutely false" and assuring his fans that he would defend his dignity against this "serious affront." He expressed gratitude for messages of love and support from well-wishers.
The two women have filed a formal complaint against Iglesias at Spain's highest criminal court, citing sexual assault and human trafficking. This complaint has triggered a preliminary investigation by prosecutors.
Rebeca recounts an alleged incident where she claims Iglesias would call her to his room after work hours and engage in non-consensual anal and vaginal penetration with his fingers. Laura shares a similar story, detailing how Iglesias kissed her on the mouth and touched her breasts without permission or consent during a beach outing.
Other former employees have come forward to corroborate their stories, including Carolina, who alleges she was required to undergo medical tests for sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV and chlamydia. Medical documents obtained by elDiario.es appear to show that multiple women employed at Iglesias's villa in 2021 underwent gynaecological examinations.
Laura emphasizes the importance of her and Rebeca filing a complaint, stating they want to "send a message" to other potential victims of Iglesias to encourage them to speak out.
Two women, identified only as Rebeca and Laura, allege they were subjected to inappropriate touching, insults, humiliation, and even sexual assault while working in Iglesias's Caribbean mansions. According to their accounts, these incidents occurred in 2021. The victims describe a culture of control and constant harassment at the hands of the singer.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Iglesias vehemently denied the allegations, calling them "absolutely false" and assuring his fans that he would defend his dignity against this "serious affront." He expressed gratitude for messages of love and support from well-wishers.
The two women have filed a formal complaint against Iglesias at Spain's highest criminal court, citing sexual assault and human trafficking. This complaint has triggered a preliminary investigation by prosecutors.
Rebeca recounts an alleged incident where she claims Iglesias would call her to his room after work hours and engage in non-consensual anal and vaginal penetration with his fingers. Laura shares a similar story, detailing how Iglesias kissed her on the mouth and touched her breasts without permission or consent during a beach outing.
Other former employees have come forward to corroborate their stories, including Carolina, who alleges she was required to undergo medical tests for sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV and chlamydia. Medical documents obtained by elDiario.es appear to show that multiple women employed at Iglesias's villa in 2021 underwent gynaecological examinations.
Laura emphasizes the importance of her and Rebeca filing a complaint, stating they want to "send a message" to other potential victims of Iglesias to encourage them to speak out.
gotta feel bad for these women who came forward with their stories 
it's crazy how one person can make so many lives suffer and I'm not here to bash Julio or anyone else, but if we're gonna keep talking about this, let's also talk about the power of silence and the importance of seeking help when you've been hurt 
sometimes it takes a village to heal and I hope these women find the support they need during this tough time 
It's like he's expecting everyone to believe him because of his fame and age. Newsflash, Julio: just because you're a famous old dude doesn't make you above the law.
I'm not buying it, you know? I mean, come on 82 and suddenly you're accusing two women of lying about being sexually assaulted by you? It just doesn't add up. And what's with the "pain me deeply" vibe? Sounds like a script to me. Where are these "painful" feelings coming from? 
. like, if you're gonna deny something, at least have the decency to acknowledge your own flaws and apologize. instead, he's just spewing out a bunch of entitled nonsense about "his dignity" being attacked. newsflash, Julio: your ego is not worth more than the lives and well-being of these women. and btw, who calls their employees to their room for a "non-consensual anal and vaginal penetration with his fingers"? sounds like a hot mess 
. i'm so over celebrities acting like they're above accountability 
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. We need to believe them and support them through this difficult time 
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this is so messed up!! i mean i love julio iglesias's music and all but come on he's 82 years old what kind of culture does that create? like these women were allegedly subjected to harassment and assault in his own homes?? it's not just about the abuse itself its about how he controlled them too - medical tests for hiv and chlamydia, constant touching and humiliation... 
I'm so frustrated for Rebeca, Laura, and the others who have come forward to share their stories... they're brave for speaking out 
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