Harvey Weinstein believes he ‘will be forgiven’ by Hollywood, claims Piers Morgan
HARVEY Weinstein says he will eventually be forgiven by Hollywood, Piers Morgan has claimed.
Disgraced mogul Weinstein, 66, has been accused by dozens of women of sexual misconduct, ranging from harassment to rape.
Piers Morgan told GQ magazine he spoke to Weinstein in a clinic in Arizona, where the producer is being treated.
He said: "He's fighting.
"He's a fascinating character. The apocalyptic symptom of the whole thing - the casting couch finally brought to judgment.
"I can't express the same level of shock as some people in Hollywood. Listen, this has been the system since Hollywood existed.
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“Hollywood has been a moral cesspit since the Twenties, and the idea that Harvey Weinstein is the only villain? Do me a favour.”
Weinstein has denied all allegations.
- The full interview with Piers Morgan is in the June issue of GQ, available on May 3.