French Actor Gerard Depardieu Receives Suspended Sentence

French actor Gerard Depardieu was given an 18-month suspended sentence by a Paris court for sexually assaulting two women, a charge he denied.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 13-05-2025 14:17 IST | Created: 13-05-2025 14:17 IST
French Actor Gerard Depardieu Receives Suspended Sentence
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In a significant ruling, a court in Paris sentenced renowned French film actor Gerard Depardieu to an 18-month suspended prison term. The sentence comes after his conviction for sexually assaulting two women.

Despite the court's decision, Depardieu has consistently denied any wrongdoing in the case, maintaining his innocence throughout the proceedings.

The ruling has sparked discussions in the film industry and beyond, reaffirming the ongoing global discourse on sexual assault and accountability.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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