Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has publicly denied allegations of sexually abusing two former female employees who claim they were subjected to inappropriate touching, insults, and humiliation at his Caribbean mansions in 2021.
Iglesias, 82, whose illustrious career spans six decades, released a statement on Instagram saying he has "never abused, coerced or disrespected any woman." He described the allegations as "absolutely false" and expressed "great regret" over being targeted by what he calls a "serious affront" to his dignity.
The two women, who have filed a complaint against Iglesias at Spain's highest criminal court, claim they were subjected to physical and emotional abuse. One of them alleged that the singer would often call her to his room after work and touch her without consent, while another claimed she was kissed on the mouth and touched her breasts by Iglesias.
The allegations have sparked outrage among fans and supporters, with many expressing their support for the women who came forward. The case is now being investigated by prosecutors at Spain's Audiencia Nacional court, which has led to a preliminary inquiry into human trafficking.
Iglesias' statement on Instagram was met with messages of love and support from his fans, while the two accusers have expressed hope that their actions will encourage other victims to come forward. They believe that by taking legal action, they are sending a powerful message of justice and solidarity to those who may be suffering in silence.
As one of the alleged victims described, "I felt like an object, like a slave" during her time working for Iglesias. The singer's response has been widely criticized as inadequate, with many arguing that his statement does not address the severity of the allegations or provide any meaningful explanation.
The case highlights the long-standing issue of sexual harassment and abuse in the music industry, with several high-profile figures having faced similar allegations in recent years. Iglesias' admission of "great regret" over being targeted by these allegations comes too little, too late for some who have already suffered trauma and pain as a result of their experiences.
The investigation into Iglesias is ongoing, with the court taking steps to ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions. As one lawyer noted, "this case will send a message about the seriousness of these crimes" – but whether it's too little, too late remains to be seen.
Iglesias, 82, whose illustrious career spans six decades, released a statement on Instagram saying he has "never abused, coerced or disrespected any woman." He described the allegations as "absolutely false" and expressed "great regret" over being targeted by what he calls a "serious affront" to his dignity.
The two women, who have filed a complaint against Iglesias at Spain's highest criminal court, claim they were subjected to physical and emotional abuse. One of them alleged that the singer would often call her to his room after work and touch her without consent, while another claimed she was kissed on the mouth and touched her breasts by Iglesias.
The allegations have sparked outrage among fans and supporters, with many expressing their support for the women who came forward. The case is now being investigated by prosecutors at Spain's Audiencia Nacional court, which has led to a preliminary inquiry into human trafficking.
Iglesias' statement on Instagram was met with messages of love and support from his fans, while the two accusers have expressed hope that their actions will encourage other victims to come forward. They believe that by taking legal action, they are sending a powerful message of justice and solidarity to those who may be suffering in silence.
As one of the alleged victims described, "I felt like an object, like a slave" during her time working for Iglesias. The singer's response has been widely criticized as inadequate, with many arguing that his statement does not address the severity of the allegations or provide any meaningful explanation.
The case highlights the long-standing issue of sexual harassment and abuse in the music industry, with several high-profile figures having faced similar allegations in recent years. Iglesias' admission of "great regret" over being targeted by these allegations comes too little, too late for some who have already suffered trauma and pain as a result of their experiences.
The investigation into Iglesias is ongoing, with the court taking steps to ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions. As one lawyer noted, "this case will send a message about the seriousness of these crimes" – but whether it's too little, too late remains to be seen.
I gotta say, Iglesias' response was pretty weak 
. He's saying it's all false and he regrets being targeted, but that doesn't even come close to addressing what these women went through 
. I mean, who touches someone without consent, calls them into their room, and makes them feel like an object? That's not just regrettable, that's a serious crime 
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. But the thing is, this isn't just about Iglesias; it's about all the other women who have been silenced or ignored in the music industry 
. We need to see some real change and accountability here 
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. It's not enough just to say sorry and move on; he needs to own up to what he did and make amends 
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I'm literally shook by this whole situation. Like, 82 years old and still doing this? It's just disgusting how powerful people think they're above the law. I mean, I know he's got a huge fanbase and all, but that doesn't excuse his behavior at all. The fact that he's denying it like this is just infuriating... he needs to take responsibility for what happened. And honestly, who are these women now? Do they have any financial support or resources to back up their claims? It feels like Iglesias' team is trying to discredit them more than the allegations themselves 
iglesias is 82 and still doing this to people? it's like he thinks he can just own them with his fame and money. the fact that he released a statement saying he has "never abused" but then talks about feeling disrespected is so tone deaf 
but let's be real, it's still not enough. these allegations have been out for years and now people are finally coming forward. it's like they're saying "oh, I'm so sorry we didn't believe you sooner" 
. He says he’s never abused anyone but that doesn’t necessarily mean it didn’t happen 
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. I think it's amazing that the two women have found the courage to speak out and share their stories, it's so empowering 
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. We need to create a culture where women feel safe and supported, not just tolerated or ignored. And we need to hold powerful men like Iglesias accountable for their actions 
. Anyway, I'm not buying it and neither should anyone else 
two women came forward saying they were sexually abused by him at his mansion and it's crazy how he's denying it despite all the evidence 
he said it was "absolutely false" and expressed regret but it doesn't feel like enough 
the fact that these women felt like objects is just heartbreaking 
read more about this case here: 
. btw, have you guys heard about the new smart glasses that just came out? they're supposed to be insane 
