Gérard Depardieu Convicted of Sexual Assault on Film Set, Given Suspended Sentence by French Court

Paris, France: Legendary French actor Gérard Depardieu was found guilty of sexually assaulting two female crew members on a 2018 film shoot, resulting in an 18-month suspended prison sentence. The court heard testimonies alleging he groped the women under the guise of humor. While Depardieu denies wrongdoing, the conviction underscores a broader shift in the French film world, where #MeToo-era legal proceedings have shaken once-untouchable male icons. Women’s rights groups view the ruling as a step toward holding powerful figures accountable, although many criticize the lack of actual jail time.