Renowned actress Salma Hayek recently came forward to share her unsettling encounters with disgraced Hollywood figure Harvey Weinstein, adding her name to the list of actresses who have accused him of s**ual harassment.

In a candid essay published in The New York Times, Hayek described Weinstein as her tormentor for years, shedding light on the distressing production journey of the 2002 film ‘Frida,’ which ultimately led to an Oscar nomination for the talented star.

Following an agreement with Weinstein regarding the movie’s rights, which eventually propelled her to widespread recognition, Hayek asserted her autonomy.

She emphasized her firm rejections towards Weinstein, refusing to acquiesce to his inappropriate demands.

These included denying him access at all hours, rejecting shared showers and massages, and standing against coercive s**ual advances.

Weinstein’s reaction to Hayek’s refusals was characterized by vindictive outbursts and menacing threats, with him once terrifyingly uttering, ‘I will kill you, don’t think I can’t.’

Despite complying with unreasonable requests during the film’s production, the s**ual harassment ceased when filming commenced, yet his anger intensified, critiquing Hayek’s performance and pressuring her into uncomfortable scenes.

During the filming of a particular sequence that required her to be vulnerable, Hayek experienced immense stress leading to a nervous breakdown, necessitating medication to cope.

Despite her dedication, Weinstein still criticized the final product, expressing dissatisfaction and threatening to bypass theaters for a direct-to-video release.

Ultimately, ‘Frida,’ a biographical masterpiece about artist Frida Kahlo, received critical acclaim, winning two Oscars and achieving considerable box office success.

Hayek concluded her essay by highlighting the prevalent gender disparity in the industry, emphasizing the urgent need for equality to prevent further exploitation and misconduct.

In the wake of numerous accusations from over 100 women against Weinstein, ranging from harassment to assault, his career has crumbled, his company dismantled, and his marriage dissolved.

The scandal surrounding Weinstein serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive abuse of power and the imperative for systemic change within the entertainment realm.