Jessica Mann, a former actress turned hairstylist, took the stand in court and revealed disturbing details about her alleged secret and abusive relationship with Harvey Weinstein, one of the women accusing him of rape.
During her testimony in a Manhattan courtroom, Mann left the audience gasping as she recounted explicit s**ual encounters with Weinstein and provided astonishing descriptions of his physique.
In an emotional account, Mann accused Weinstein of raping her in a New York City hotel room in 2013.
She narrated how he prevented her from leaving, coerced her to undress, and then s**ually assaulted her.
Mann disclosed that she discovered a needle in the trash can of the bathroom, later learning it was a medication for erectile dysfunction after researching its name.
Weinstein faces charges for s**ually assaulting actress Mimi Haleyi in 2006 and raping Mann in 2013, maintaining his innocence throughout the trial.
Describing Weinstein as having dual personalities, Mann stated they initially met at a Los Angeles party, leading to a s**ual relationship despite her lack of attraction.
She mentioned enduring consensual acts due to complex emotions and the significance of Weinstein’s approval.
Despite not harboring romantic feelings, Mann confessed to ambiguous emotions that oscillated frequently, highlighting her struggle to comprehend her actions.
Furthermore, Mann detailed instances of fearing Weinstein’s volatile temper, referring to his behavior as akin to Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, where his demeanor drastically changed behind closed doors.
Mann testified that Weinstein prohibited her from dating anyone in the industry and grew furious when she engaged in a relationship with an actor, showcasing signs of control typical in cases of domestic abuse.
During her testimony, Mann provided graphic depictions of Weinstein’s physical attributes, shocking the courtroom with her vivid descriptions that included initial confusion regarding his anatomy.
In response to questions concerning Weinstein’s hygiene, Mann candidly criticized his poor smell and uncleanliness, which led to objections from Weinstein’s defense team during the hearing.
Weinstein’s spokesperson emphasized potential inconsistencies in the case, hinting at the defense’s intention to address these irregularities during cross-examination.
Mann stands as one of six women testifying against Weinstein, with her allegations resulting in criminal charges.
The trial continues with Weinstein asserting all encounters were consensual, maintaining his plea of not guilty.
