Timeline of Marilyn Manson Abuse Allegations, Including Evan Rachel Wood and Esmé Bianco

Marilyn Manson, the controversial rocker, continues to face accusations of s**ual abuse, assault, and misconduct.

However, he vehemently denies these claims and has managed to avoid trials despite multiple lawsuits being filed against him.

Over a dozen women have come forward with allegations of s**ual impropriety against Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner.

Not all of them have pursued legal action, but notable figures such as “Game of Thrones” star Esmé Bianco, actress Evan Rachel Wood, and Ashley Morgan Smithline have publicly spoken out about their alleged abuse.

Here is a timeline of the recent legal issues and allegations surrounding Manson:

January 2023: Lawsuit filed for s**ual assault of a minor
A new lawsuit was filed against Manson on January 30th.

The plaintiff, referred to as Jane Doe, filed the lawsuit in the Nassau County Supreme Court in New York, accusing Manson of s**ually assaulting and raping her when she was only 16 years old.

The lawsuit also names Interscope Music Publishing and Nothing Records as defendants, alleging that they were aware of Manson's abusive behavior and profited from it.

Manson's attorney, Howard King, claims that the accuser's allegations are inconsistent and that Manson does not even remember meeting her.

January 2023: Settlement reached in s**ual assault lawsuit with Esmé Bianco
After nearly two years, Manson and Esmé Bianco reached a settlement in their s**ual assault lawsuit in January.

The details of the settlement were not disclosed.

Bianco, known for her role in “Game of Thrones,” had accused Manson of rape and physical and verbal abuse dating back to 2007.

Her lawsuit detailed disturbing acts of violence and mistreatment allegedly perpetrated by Manson.

May 2022: Former assistant's case dismissed
In May 2022, Manson's former assistant, Ashley Walters, had her case against him dismissed by a judge.

Walters had accused Manson of s**ual assault, battery, and harassment during her employment from 2010 to 2011.

The judge dismissed the case “with prejudice,” meaning Walters cannot file the same claims again.

Walters' lawyers expressed disappointment with the decision, claiming that it could limit the ability of abuse victims to seek justice.

March 2022: Evan Rachel Wood alleges abuse, Manson sues for defamation
Manson filed a lawsuit against his former fiancée, Evan Rachel Wood, in March 2022, accusing her of defamation and emotional distress.

Wood had publicly named Manson as her abuser, detailing harrowing experiences of physical and psychological abuse in an HBO documentary.

Manson denied the allegations and sued Wood and her friend Illma Gore, accusing them of falsifying evidence to portray him as a rapist and abuser.

November 2021: Police search Manson's house
Authorities searched Manson's home in November 2021 following allegations of physical and s**ual abuse made by multiple women.

However, no further details about the search were provided.

July 2021: Manson turns himself in on assault charges
In July 2021, Manson turned himself in to the Los Angeles Police Department on assault charges.

The charges stemmed from incidents that allegedly occurred during one of his concerts in New Hampshire.

Manson was released on bail with conditions after being processed by the police.

May 2021: Allegations of abuse by Ashley Morgan Smithline
Model Ashley Morgan Smithline came forward in May 2021, accusing Manson of physical, emotional, and s**ual abuse during their relationship over a decade ago.

Smithline provided emails and messages as evidence of their relationship, while Manson's spokesperson denied the allegations.

These are just a few key events in the ongoing saga surrounding Marilyn Manson and the numerous abuse allegations against him.

As the legal battles and public scrutiny continue, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Manson and his accusers.

Contributing: Naledi Ushe, Elise Brisco, Jenna Ryu, Amy Haneline, USA TODAY; and The Associated Press