Bisina Somto
American actor, Vin Diesel, is now at the centre of a disturbing scandal, as a former assistant, Asta Jonasson, has recently filed a lawsuit accusing him of s3xual battery.
The shocking incident allegedly occurred in 2010 during the filming of Fast Five, where Jonasson worked closely with Diesel. Filed on December 21, 2023, in Los Angeles, this lawsuit brings to light disturbing details about the actor’s alleged misconduct.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelAccording to the lawsuit reported by Vanity Fair, the incident unfolded late one night in September 2010 at a St. Regis hotel suite in Atlanta.
Jonasson, a recent graduate of a Los Angeles film school program, was contracted by Diesel’s company, One Race, to assist the actor during the production of the Fast and Furious film.
The lady claims in the suit that after accompanying Diesel to parties and organizing events for him, Jonasson found herself waiting in Diesel’s hotel suite.
She alleged that after the other women present had left, Diesel forcibly grabbed Jonasson’s wrists, pulling her onto the bed. Despite her pleas to stop, the actor allegedly continued to gr0pe her br3asts and kiss her chest.
Disturbingly, the lawsuit states that the actor escalated the assault by pushing Jonasson’s dress up and molesting her body.
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Even as she tried to escape, Diesel reportedly cornered her in the hallway, exposing himself and engaging in further explicit acts, leaving Jonasson terrified and traumatized.
The suit goes on to claim that Samantha Vincent, Diesel’s sister and president of One Race, terminated Jonasson’s employment less than two weeks after the incident.
The legal action also accuses Diesel and One Race of discrimination, intentional infliction of emotional distress, creating a hostile work environment, wrongful termination, and retaliation.
Furthermore, the lawsuit suggests an attempted cover-up, asserting that Jonasson has suffered ongoing humiliation, emotional distress, and physical and mental anguish.
The plaintiff had reportedly signed a nondisclosure agreement before taking the job, preventing her from speaking out. However, recent legal developments, such as the Speak Out Act and California’s AB2777, now empower her to share her harrowing experience publicly.
The lawsuit highlights not only the disturbing nature of the allegations but also the broader issue of workplace harassment and abuse of power in the entertainment industry.
With Jonasson coming forward despite legal constraints, this case raises questions about the efficacy of nondisclosure agreements and the need for stronger measures to protect victims.
As of now, Vin Diesel has not publicly responded to the allegations. The industry and the public await his statement, as the lawsuit casts a shadow over the actor’s career and reputation.
The allegations against Vin Diesel are a stark reminder of the pervasive issue of s3xual harassment and assault in the entertainment industry.
Asta Jonasson’s courage in breaking her silence sheds light on the importance of empowering victims to share their experiences. As the legal process unfolds, this case may become a catalyst for change, prompting a re-evaluation of industry practices and the protection of those who come forward to expose abuse.
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