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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
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‘Boardwalk Empire' Star Michael Pitt Arrested on Sexual Abuse Charges
Michael Pitt, an actor known for roles in 'Boardwalk Empire' and 'Dawson's Creek,' has been arrested in New York City on charges of alleged sexual abuse. According to the indictment and court records obtained by Variety, Pitt was arrested and arraigned at Kings Supreme Criminal Court in Brooklyn on May 2 over four separate alleged incidents between April 2020 and August 2021. He was charged with two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, counts of a criminal sexual act in the first and third degree, two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of attempted assault and one count of strangulation in the second degree. He pleaded not guilty to all charges, and according to TMZ, posted bail and was released from custody. His next court appearance is set for June 17. More from Variety Dabney Coleman, '9 to 5' Star and 'Boardwalk Empire' Actor, Dies at 92 'Day of the Fight' Review: Another Broken-Down Boxer Travels the Comeback Trail Jack Huston's Directorial Debut 'Day of the Fight' to Open Mill Valley Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE) The New York Post, which first broke the news of Pitt's arrest, reported that the charges stem from an ex-girlfriend. The indictment alleges that, between April 2020 and August 2021, Pitt subjected her to sexual contact by means of forcible compulsion, engaged in oral sex with her without consent, attacked her with a four-by-four piece of wood and cinderblock and 'applied pressure on the throat or neck' causing 'stupor, loss of consciousness or other physical injury.' Jason Goldman, an attorney for Pitt, told Variety in a statement: 'Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual. In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, at a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual and voluntary relationship. This case will be dismissed.' Pitt has had a previous run-in with the law, occurring after the alleged sexual abuse. In July 2022, he was arrested and charged with assault and petty larceny after striking another man several times and taking his phone. That September, he was hospitalized after being accused of throwing items at people from a rooftop. The actor has most recently been working in film, starring in three projects in 2023: the thriller 'Asphalt City,' crime drama 'Reptile' and boxing film 'Day of the Fight.' Best of Variety Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michael Pitt, ‘Dawson's Creek' and ‘Boardwalk Empire' Actor, Arrested for Sexual Assault
'Dawson's Creek' and 'Boardwalk Empire' actor Michael Pitt was arrested and indicted on a slew of charges, including sexual assault, criminal sexual act, strangulation and more. The actor, who's since been released from custody, pleaded not guilty to the crimes. Officers from the New York Police Department arrested the star on Friday over four alleged incidents, which involved an ex-girlfriend, per reports. The documents state Pitt, who was arraigned at Kings Supreme Criminal Court in Brooklyn, sexually abused the alleged victim 'by means of forcible compulsion.' He was charged with two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, two counts of first and third degree criminal sex acts, two counts of second-degree assault, two counts of attempted assault and one count for second-degree strangulation. The actor's charges are connected to alleged incidents that happened in 2020 and 2021, TheWrap has learned per court documents. The New York Post, which first reported the news, detailed that Pitt, allegedly forced his ex-girlfriend to engage in oral sex with him, struck her with a four-by-four block of wood and cinderblock. The platform reports that all the alleged incidents happened at the actor's Bushwick home. He was released on a $15,000 bail fee following his arraignment. He's scheduled to head to court over the matter on June 17. In a reported statement to the New York Post, his attorney, Cary London, said they 'look forward to proving his innocence.' 'Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual,' London said. 'We look forward to proving his innocence through the evidence and not through the media.' The post Michael Pitt, 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Boardwalk Empire' Actor, Arrested for Sexual Assault appeared first on TheWrap.
USA Today
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Michael Pitt, 'Boardwalk Empire' star, charged with sexual abuse and strangulation
Michael Pitt, 'Boardwalk Empire' star, charged with sexual abuse and strangulation Show Caption Hide Caption Smokey Robinson accused by former housekeepers of sexual assault Legendary Motown musician Smokey Robinson faces allegations of sexual assault from housekeepers who sued him on Tuesday for $50 million. Film and television star Michael Pitt has been arrested on sexual abuse charges. The "Boardwalk Empire" star was arrested on May 2, a clerk for the Kings Supreme Criminal Court in Brooklyn, New York, confirmed. He was then arraigned on charges of sexual abuse, assault, and strangulation, according to court documents reviewed May 7 by USA TODAY. The charges stem from a series of alleged incidents between 2020 and 2021, in which Pitt is accused of subjecting a woman to unwanted touching, nonconsensual oral sex, strangulation and several physical assaults using a four-by-four plank and a cinderblock. Pitt, who was released on a $100,000 bail, has pleaded not guilty. "Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual," Jason Goldman, an attorney for Pitt said in a statement May 7. "In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, at a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual and voluntary relationship," he continued. "This case will be dismissed." A multi-hyphenate, Pitt has dabbled in music, modeling and acting, rising to acclaim in the early 2000s with roles in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," "The Dreamers" and "Murder by Numbers." This does not represent his first run-in with the law. Pitt was also arrested and charged in 2022 for assault and larceny after allegedly hitting a man multiple times and stealing his phone. That same year, he was hospitalized after allegedly tossing items down at people from a rooftop, according to Variety and Rolling Stone.
Global News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Global News
Michael Pitt of ‘Boardwalk Empire' arrested on sexual abuse charges
Michael Pitt, known for his roles in Boardwalk Empire and Dawson's Creek, has been arrested on charges of sexual abuse in New York City. Pitt, 44, was arrested and arraigned at Kings Supreme Criminal Court in Brooklyn on May 2 over alleged incidents that took place between April 2020 and August 2021. The Funny Games actor was charged with two counts of first-degree sexual abuse, in addition to counts of assault injury with a blunt object and strangulation in the second degree, according to Variety, which has viewed the court documents. Pitt pleaded not guilty to all charges and posted bail after the arraignment. His next court appearance is set for June 17. The New York Post reported that the charges stem from alleged incidents involving Pitt's ex-girlfriend, who said he sexually assaulted her and later attacked her with a cement block and a chunk of wood. Story continues below advertisement Law enforcement told the outlet that the alleged violent episodes occurred at Pitt's Bushwick home with his then-girlfriend. View image in full screen Michael Pitt attends the official press conference for the Paris premiere of the Paramount Pictures release 'Ghost In The Shell' at Hotel Le Bristol on March 22, 2017 in Paris, France. PascalFor Paramount Pictures Prosecutors alleged that Pitt sexually assaulted the victim and struck her with a wooden plank. On a separate occasion, in June 2021, the Murder By Numbers actor is accused of assaulting his then-girlfriend with a cinderblock. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Pitt is also accused of strangling the victim on Aug. 7, 2021, according to the indictment. (Global News has not independently viewed the legal documents.) 'Unfortunately, we live in a world where somebody like Mr. Pitt — an accomplished professional who would never so much as contemplate these crimes — can be arrested on the uncorroborated word of an unhinged individual,' Jason Goldman, Pitt's lawyer, said in a statement. 'In reality, this baseless claim is suspiciously raised some four or five years after the alleged incident, at a time when the two parties were in a completely consensual and voluntary relationship. This case will be dismissed.' Story continues below advertisement The Run With The Hunted actor has had previous run-ins with the law, including an arrest in July 2022, where he was charged with assault and petty larceny for allegedly hitting another man multiple times and stealing his cellphone. It's unclear if those charges have been dismissed. Later that same year, Pitt was hospitalized and deemed 'emotionally disturbed' after being accused of throwing objects at people from the rooftop of a building. — If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or is involved in an abusive situation, please visit the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime for help. They are also reachable toll-free at 1-877-232-2610.
