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French actor Depardieu ordered to stand trial for rape

A French investigating judge has ordered cinema icon Gerard Depardieu to stand trial on charges of raping and sexually assaulting actor Charlotte Arnould in 2018, sources close to the case and a lawyer have said.
Paris • 02 Sep

Depardieu to be tried in October for sexual assault

French actor Gerard Depardieu will be tried in October for the sexual assault of two women, the Paris prosecutor's office has said.
Europe • 29 Apr 24

French museum removes wax figure of Gerard Depardieu

A wax statue of actor Gerard Depardieu has been removed from display at a museum in France, its management said, in the latest such measure taken against the 74-year-old who is accused of sexual assault.
Europe • 18 Dec 23

French actor Gerard Depardieu charged with rape

French actor Gerard Depardieu has been charged with rape and sexual assault, a judicial source told the AFP news agency.
World • 24 Feb 21

Russian citizenship for Gerard Depardieu

Russian President Vladimir Putin has granted citizenship to Gerard Depardieu, the French actor who quit his homeland to avoid a tax increase on the rich.
News • 04 Jan 13

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