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Daniela Elstner Accuses Singer and Actor of Sexual Assaults in France
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Daniela Elstner, managing director at Unifrance, filed a police complaint against French singer-songwriter Patrick Bruel on March 20 alleging attempted rape and sexual assault stemming from an incident in the late 1980s or early years of his career. While specific dates vary across reports with some citing events as far back as 1974 while others reference incidents dating to around 1995, Elstner has publicly described Bruel's actions during these encounters using terms such as "violent gesture" and noted that he took advantage of her perceived innocence after she had boycotted him.
Key Points
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1Daniela Elstner filed a police complaint against Patrick Bruel alleging he committed attempt of rape and sexual assault.
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2The allegations reportedly stem from an incident dating back to 1997 involving the exploitation of her innocence during his career as Unifrance's Managing Director in France, according to Variety reports. However, other sources describe Elstner recounting a 'violent gesture' rather than explicit attempted rape details immediately available.
Developments
[Mar 20]
Multiple French media outlets (Lalibre.be, Republicain-lorrain.fr) report that Daniela Elstner accused Patrick Bruel of sexual violence and described a 'violent gesture' or an abusive act. One source notes she told him to boycott her.
[Mar 19]
Variety reports confirm Unifrance's Managing Director, Daniella Elster filed police complaints against French actor/singer Patrick Bruel for attempted rape and sexual assault dating back to a alleged incident from the late '80s. The complaint was confirmed by Mediapart alongside other accounts.
[Mar 19]
Bfmtv reports that Elstner's lawyer spoke of her client needing liberation, while Ledauphine and Vosgesmatin.fr report on the accusations breaking silence regarding a 'violent gesture' where Bruel allegedly profited from innocence.
[Mar 19]
Hollywoodreporter confirms Unifrance Executive Daniela Elstner filed an attempted rape complaint with police against French actor Patrick Bruel, citing allegations dating back to the late years. The report notes she has spoken publicly about these events but does not specify a date.
Justice. Patrick Bruel accusé de violences sexuelles : Daniela Elstner décrit « un geste violent »
Republicain-lorrain.fr
20h ago