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‘Fast and Furious’ star Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit by former assistant

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“Fast and Furious” star Vin Diesel has been accused by his former assistant of sexual battery while working for him in 2010.

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Avclub
Former assistant sues Vin Diesel for sexual battery (opens Avclub)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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The accuser says she stayed quiet until now because she signed a nondisclosure agreement with Diesel's One Race company
The Guardian
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit by former assistant (opens The Guardian)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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Asta Jonasson alleges Fast and Furious actor assaulted her in 2010 in Atlanta hotel during Fast Five filming
Deadline
Vin Diesel’s Ex-Assistant Sues ‘Fast & Furious’ Star For Sexual Battery & Retaliation; Read The Full Complaint (opens Deadline)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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A former assistant to Vin Diesel has accused the actor of sexually molesting her in Atlanta during the filming of Fast Five in 2010 and then firing her in retaliation soon afterward. The suit alleg…
The Daily Caller
Former Assistant Sues Vin Diesel For Alleged Sexual Battery: REPORT (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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Asta Jonasson, former assistant to famous actor Vin Diesel, reportedly sued the actor for sexual battery, wrongful termination and hostile work environment.
The Hollywood Reporter
Vin Diesel Sued For Alleged Sexual Battery By Ex-Assistant (opens The Hollywood Reporter)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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Asta Jonasson claims in a lawsuit that the actor restrained and groped her before proceeding to masturbate in front of her in his hotel room in September 2010.
Forbes
Vin Diesel Sued For Sexual Battery By Former Assistant (opens Forbes)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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The lawsuit also alleges wrongful termination, discrimination on the bases of sex or gender, intentional infliction of emotional distress, Rolling Stone reported.
New York Post
Vin Diesel sued by former assistant for alleged sexual battery amid ‘Fast Five’ production (opens New York Post)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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The “Fast and Furious” star’s former assistant claims she was hired by his company during the production of “Fast Five” in 2010.
Variety
Vin Diesel Sued for Alleged Sexual Battery of Assistant in 2010 (opens Variety)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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Vin Diesel has been accused in a lawsuit of sexual battery of his former assistant in 2010.
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant in lawsuit (opens Minneapolis Star Tribune)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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''Fast and Furious'' star Vin Diesel has been accused by his former assistant of sexual battery while working for him in 2010.
Insider
Vin Diesel's former assistant accuses him of sexual battery in new lawsuit (opens Insider)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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"Fast and Furious" actor Vin Diesel was accused of sexual battery by a former assistant.
People
Vin Diesel's Former Assistant Sues Actor for Sexual Battery, Claims He Molested Her at Hotel in 2010 (opens People)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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A new lawsuit filed against Vin Diesel and his production company One Race Films alleges sexual battery, discrimination on the basis of sex, wrongful termination and more.
WMUR
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit brought by former assistant (opens WMUR)
Published Dec 20, 2023
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"Fast & Furious" franchise star Vin Diesel has been accused of sexual battery and creating a hostile work environment in a lawsuit filed by a former assistant.
NBC Los Angeles
‘Fast and Furious’ star Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit by former assistant (opens NBC Los Angeles)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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“Fast and Furious” star Vin Diesel has been accused by his former assistant of sexual battery while working for him in 2010.
NBC News
Lawsuit alleges Vin Diesel sexually assaulted his assistant in 2010 (opens NBC News)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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The plaintiff is suing Diesel and his production company over allegations including sexual battery, hostile work environment, wrongful termination and failure to prevent discrimination.
Washington Times
Vin Diesel is being accused of sexual battery by former assistant in lawsuit (opens Washington Times)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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“Fast and Furious” star Vin Diesel has been accused by his former assistant of sexual battery while working for him in 2010.
Jezebel
Vin Diesel's Former Assistant Accuses Him Of Sexual Battery (opens Jezebel)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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In a new lawsuit, Asta Jonasson alleged the actor sexually assaulted her while shooting Fast Five in 2010.
Sioux City Journal
‘Fast and Furious’ star Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit brought by ex-assistant (opens Sioux City Journal)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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“Fast & Furious” franchise star Vin Diesel has been accused of sexual battery and creating a hostile work environment in a graphic lawsuit filed by a former assistant.
Time
Vin Diesel Accused of Sexual Battery: What to Know (opens Time)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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Diesel’s former assistant is suing the actor and his company for creating a hostile work environment, negligent supervision, and wrongful termination.
WHDH Boston
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery in lawsuit brought by former assistant - Boston News, Weather, Sports (opens WHDH Boston)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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(CNN) — “Fast & Furious” franchise star Vin Diesel has been accused of sexual battery and creating a hostile work environment in a lawsuit filed by
Fox News
Vin Diesel accused of sexual assault by former assistant (opens Fox News)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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Vin Diesel's ex assistant claimed the "Fast & Furious" actor groped her in a hotel room and was fired after attempting to resist his "sexual desires."
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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LOS ANGELES >> “Fast and Furious” star Vin Diesel has been accused by his former assistant of sexual battery while working for him in 2010.
Los Angeles Times
New lawsuit accuses Vin Diesel of sexual battery against former assistant in 2010 (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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A former assistant for Vin Diesel has sued the 'Fast & Furious' star for alleged sexual battery and assault in 2010 in a new lawsuit filed in Los Angeles.
CBS News
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant in civil lawsuit (opens CBS News)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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"No one is too famous or powerful to evade justice," the plaintiff's attorney said about the civil lawsuit against actor Vin Diesel.
Fortune
'Fast and Furious' star Vin Diesel is accused of sexual battery by former assistant, who says she was fired for resisting (opens Fortune)
Published Dec 21, 2023
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The lawsuit alleges she tried to escape from the room after being forced into Diesel’s bed.

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