Harvey Weinstein: Heart emergency before a new process in New York!

Harvey Weinstein: Heart emergency before a new process in New York!

The infamous Harvey Weinstein, who was once the figurehead of the film industry, was in a critical health Situation. The 72-year-old former producer was brought out of the New York prison for an urgent heart operation to the Bellevue Hospital! Photo: Imago Images/Upi Photo/Angela Weiss

It is a dramatic turning point for the fallen film mogul! According to reports from ABC News, Weinstein was hospitalized on Monday, September 9, after an acute health incident. His spokesman announced that he was treated due to numerous symptoms, but they were covered when it comes to the exact results of the intervention. What happened to him?

Weinstein under court pressure - the process continues

In 2020, Weinstein was convicted of rape and sexual coercion for astronomical 23 years of prison. And the fate of the once powerful producer seems to be further condensed. His lawyers have reported on his critical health for years, including serious illnesses that are plagued by. Weinstein was only infected with Corona in July of the same year and suffered from double pneumonia. His heart problems do not tear off, in 2020 he had to be treated in the same hospital because of a blocked artery.

Weinstein not only fights with its physical ailments, but also with a wealth of chronic diseases, including diabetes, high blood pressure and spine narrowing. "Mr. Weinstein suffers from a variety of serious health problems that require continuous therapy," continues his speaker.

Although Weinstein's conviction was lifted in April 2024 due to procedural errors, he remains behind bars because he was sentenced to 16 years in California in 2022. The pressure on him is growing, because in November he is on trial again to resume the rape process.

The situation for Weinstein could not be more tense! In the coming week he will also be standing in front of a Grand jury in New York that will check new evidence against him. The public prosecutor apparently plans to raise a fresh charges for sexual offenses against the Hollywood titan.

The Weinstein case is not only a scandal, but also got the #metoo movement rolling. More than 100 women have accused him since 2017 - the stories range until the 1970s. While Weinstein repeatedly asserts his innocence, there is increasing unrest around the now impending new charges.

From Oscar-winning films such as "Shakespeare in Love" to classics such as "Pulp Fiction"-the name Weinstein stands for shine and now for a deep case from favor. It will be exciting to see how his story will develop!