Axl Rose Fiercely Denies Sexual Assault Allegations, Asserting ‘It Never Occurred’
Breaking News: Axl Rose Denies Allegations of Sexual Assault in 1989 Lawsuit
Axl Rose, the iconic frontman of Guns N’ Roses, has vehemently denied the allegations made against him in a recent lawsuit filed by former model Sheila Kennedy. Kennedy accused Rose of sexually assaulting her in 1989, claiming that he had forcible anal sex with her without her consent in a New York City hotel room after meeting in a club.
Rose, through his attorney Alan Gutman, has refuted Kennedy’s claims, asserting that the incident never occurred and that the allegations are completely fabricated. In a statement released to major news outlets, Gutman stated that Rose has no recollection of ever meeting or speaking to Kennedy and has never heard of her prior to these false accusations.
The lawsuit, filed under the Adult Survivors Act—a New York law that waived the statute of limitations on civil suits involving sexual misconduct—has sparked controversy as it was submitted right before the filing deadline expired. Kennedy, who was the 1983 Penthouse Pet of the Year, alleged that she initially met Rose at a club and was invited back to his hotel room with another model and MTV VJ Riki Rachtman.
The suit claims that Rose’s behavior became aggressive and uncomfortable, leading Kennedy to leave with Rachtman to his room. However, she alleges that Rose later dragged her back to his room, tied her hands with her pantyhose, and sexually assaulted her without her consent.
The lawsuit also states that Kennedy suffered emotional, physical, psychological, and financial impacts as a result of Rose’s actions. The suit seeks unspecified damages and charges Rose with assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and gender-motivated violence.
In the wake of this lawsuit, it is crucial to acknowledge the broader context of sexual misconduct allegations in the entertainment industry. Kennedy’s case is part of a series of legal actions filed against men in the industry in the weeks leading up to the expiration of New York’s Adult Survivors Act.
As the music community grapples with these serious accusations, it is essential to approach such cases with sensitivity and respect for all parties involved. Axl Rose’s denial of the allegations underscores the importance of thorough investigation and due process in addressing claims of this nature.
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