Disgraced Hollywood executive Harvey Weinstein arrived at the opening statements for his rape trial in New York with the help of two men instead of his usual walker.
The former media mogul’s decision to ditch the walker Wednesday drew notice from those waiting for his arrival. A journalist at NY1 with video of the scene said he “limped into the courtroom.” Weinstein told the reporter he believed he would “of course” get a fair trial.
Harvey Weinstein says, “Of course” when asked if he thinks he will have a fair trial. Instead of using his walker, he limped to the courtroom with someone holding his arm. Opening arguments set to begin today in his rape and sexual assault case. @ny1 pic.twitter.com/I5fiTMJ2s0
— Dean Meminger (@DeanMeminger) January 22, 2020
Others noted on social media that Weinstein appeared healthier than he had at past court hearings.
Harvey Weinstein arrives for opening statements -walks into courthouse without his walker today. @CBSNewYork pic.twitter.com/ljCyxhdF67
— Alice Gainer (@GainerTV) January 22, 2020
Harvey Weinstein fat ass faking with that Walker needs to be rotting in jail!
— Prince ?? (@Hvnlysuperb) January 22, 2020
Harvey Weinstein made his way up the courthouse steps just before 9:15 am, his weight held between two men. He stumbled just steps from the courthouse. Another man, walking behind the group, carried @HarveyWeinstein’s tennis-ball studded walker. pic.twitter.com/rGnqD0tK05
— Emily Palmer (@emilyepalmer) January 22, 2020
In previous public appearances, Weinstein opted to use a walker, including his Tuesday court appointment.
Last week, a jury of seven men and five women were chosen for the trial. Weinstein’s team was furious at the decision to include a juror who is writing a book about old men preying on younger women. A demand by the defense team for a mistrial was thrown out by the judge.
Dozens of women have accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct, ranging from unwanted touching to rape. He has maintained his innocence but faces additional charges in California.
