Halle Berry has spoken out after allegations that her ex-manager, Vincent Cirrincione, sexually harassed multiple women.
Nine women accused Cirrincione of unwanted sexual contact in The Washington Post, stating that he used a position of power through his work with high-profile actresses like Berry to harass them.
Three of the nine women allege that Cirrincione demanded sex to work with them, while one claims that he masturbated in front of her.
None of the women have made criminal allegations against Cirrincione or sought legal recourse.
Now, Berry has taken to Instagram to call out her former manager for his behaviour.
"Yesterday I was saddened by the allegations against my former manager, Vincent Cirrincione, but today I'm sick after reading the horrifying detailed accounts of his abuse towards 9 women," she said.
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"I'm livid that he used me, and the role model he helped me become, to lure and manipulate innocent, vulnerable women of color for his predatory actions. I'm deeply hurt and I want these women and countless others to know I see you. I hear you. You matter. I will fight for you."
Cirrincione has issued a statement, denying any non-consensual sexual relationships with any of the nine women.
"I can say without a doubt that I have never used favors, sexual or otherwise, as a reason for managing anyone," he said. "I want to make it clear that not one of those relationships were anything but consensual."
Berry ended her professional relationship with Cirrincione in 2015 after hearing allegations of sexual misconduct against him. "Something didn't feel right in my spirit, and with the possibility that it could be true, I immediately ended our over-25-year relationship," she said.
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