French government encourages women to report rape in singer Patrick Bruel's assault probes
The French government is urging women to report sexual violence, even if the incidents occurred decades ago, in light of allegations against singer Patrick Bruel. Bruel, a prominent figure in French pop culture, is facing multiple investigations for alleged rape and assault. He denies the accusations, stating he has never forced a woman and expressing regret if he has hurt anyone.
- ▪French government spokeswoman encourages women to report sexual violence, even decades later.
- ▪Patrick Bruel is under investigation for multiple allegations of rape and assault.
- ▪Bruel denies all accusations and states he has never forced a woman.
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French actor and singer Patrick Bruel arrives at the Church of Saint-Roch in Paris, on December 10, 2024. ) STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP The French government spokeswoman on Tuesday, May 19, encouraged women to speak out about sexual violence, "even decades later," as she addressed mounting allegations of rape and assault targeting popular singer and actor Patrick Bruel. Bruel, 67, is a major figure in French pop culture, with multiple top-selling albums to his name, and has appeared in more than 40 films. He is the latest in a string of French film and music celebrities accused of sexual assault.
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