Brendan Fraser Alleges s**ual Assault by Former HFPA President

In a shocking revelation, actor Brendan Fraser has joined the #MeToo movement by accusing Philip Berk, a former president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), of s**ually assaulting him.

Fraser disclosed the incident in a recent interview with GQ, where he detailed how Berk assaulted him at the Beverly Hills Hotel in 2003.

Fraser claimed that Berk grabbed his buttocks and touched him inappropriately.

While Berk had previously mentioned the incident in his memoir, “With Signs and Wonders,” he referred to it as a joke.

However, Fraser insisted that it was not a joke and that he felt fear and discomfort, ultimately removing Berk's hand.

The actor expressed his distress, stating that he felt like a child and was overwhelmed with emotions.

He confided in his wife about the encounter but chose not to make it public at the time, fearing the impact it would have on his life and career.

Fraser's representatives demanded an apology from the HFPA, which Berk provided but without admitting any wrongdoing.

Berk's apology followed the usual pattern of expressing regret if Fraser was upset, claiming that any offense was unintentional.

In response to the allegations, Berk denied them outright in an email to GQ, calling Fraser's version a fabrication.

The HFPA released a statement in which they strongly condemned s**ual harassment and the behavior described in Fraser's interview.

They acknowledged their ongoing positive relationship with Fraser over the years, including his participation in Golden Globe nominee announcements and press conferences.

The HFPA stated that they were previously unaware of the allegations and are currently investigating further details surrounding the incident.

Fraser revealed that the incident had a significant impact on his life, causing him to withdraw from public life and question whether he was blacklisted by the HFPA.

He noticed a decline in his career opportunities, leading him to wonder if this incident played a role.

He credited the #MeToo and Time's Up movements for empowering him to come forward, highlighting his admiration for individuals like Rose McGowan, Ashley Judd, and Mira Sorvino, whom he considered friends and admired for their courage.

It is a significant step for Fraser to share his experience, adding another voice to the ongoing conversation about s**ual assault and harassment in the entertainment industry.

His decision to speak out demonstrates the power of these movements in encouraging survivors to share their stories and seek justice.