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France movie director Roman Polanski face civil trial in LA next year for alleged 1973 rape teen

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French-Polish film director, Roman Polanski will face a civil trial in Los Angeles in 2025 for allegedly raping a teenager in 1973.

The unnamed plaintiff announced her suit and the Aug. 4, 2025, trial date during a news conference with attorney Gloria Allred on Tuesday, when they detailed her accusation that Polanski supplied her with alcohol and raped her in his Los Angeles home when she was 16.

The plaintiff, referred to as Jane Doe in the lawsuit, initially made her accusation in 2017 under the pseudonym Robin M. after a woman who’d accused Polanski of raping her in 1977, at age 13, asked a judge to dismiss that criminal case against him. The case was not dismissed.

Allred, reading from the lawsuit, said, “Plaintiff remembers waking up in Defendant’s bed with him lying in the bed next to her.”

“He told her that he wanted to have sex with her. Plaintiff, though groggy, told Defendant ‘No.’ She told him, ‘Please don’t do this.’”

 

The plaintiff, according to court documents, claims Polanski ignored her pleas, assaulted her and then drove her home.

 

During the news conference, Allred said she doubted that Polanski would appear at the trial. The “Rosemary’s Baby” director, now 90, fled the United States in 1978 before criminal proceedings began in the alleged rape of Samantha Gailey (now Geimer).

 

“He is not coming back,” Allred told the media Tuesday. “But this is a civil lawsuit. He does not have to appear.”

In a statement to Variety, Polanski’s attorney said the director “strenuously denies the allegations in the lawsuit and believes that the proper place to try this case is in the courts.”

She was able to file suit against him as “Jane Doe” last June under a California law that extended the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse cases.

The trial in Los Angeles County Superior Court is expected to last 10 days, according to the judge.

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Wrestling Legend, Rey Misterio Sr. d!es at 66

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Mexican Wrestling legend, Rey Misterio Sr. has d!ed at age 66.

The death of Mysterio Sr., whose real name is Miguel Ángel López Días, was announced by his son, El Hijo de Rey Misterio (Miguel Aarón López Hernández) on Facebook on Friday, December 20.

“Friends and family, I regret to inform you that my Father, Miguel Ángel López Días, Rey Misterio Sr., Passed away this morning…I will keep you informed. Thank you,” read the statement, originally posted in Spanish. A cause of death was not announced.

Mexican wrestling company Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide also issued a statement on social media to confirm the news.

“We mourn the sensitive passing of Miguel Ángel López Días, known as Rey Misterio Sr. We send our deepest condolences to your loved ones and lift our prayers to heaven for your eternal rest,” the statement, originally posted in Spanish, read.

Mysterio Sr. is the uncle of current WWE superstar Rey Misterio.

Misterio’s son, fellow WWE superstar Dominik Misterio, reacted to his death by sharing pictures of him on Instagram, writing in the caption, “🖤.”

His death comes nearly one month after the death of his brother (Misterio’s father), Roberto Gutierrez, at the age of 76 on Nov. 17.

Mysterio Sr. began his career as a boxer before making his in-ring debut as a wrestler in 1976.

Misterio Sr. won various titles throughout his run, including the Revolution Tag Team Championship, which he held with his son, the IWC World Middleweight Championship, and the WWA World Junior Light Heavyweight Championship, per Newsweek.

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Tragic Loss: TikTok Sensation Beandri Booysen Passes Away at 19

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South African social media influencer Beandri Booysen, renowned for her inspiring posts on TikTok, has sadly departed on Wednesday, December 18, at the tender age of 19.

Her family shared the heartbreaking news on social media, highlighting Beandri’s courageous battle with Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that accelerates aging in children.

In a poignant tribute, Beandri’s loved ones described her as a vibrant and infectious young woman who “radiated hope and joy” despite her health challenges. They praised her unique spirit, which inspired countless individuals worldwide.

As news of her passing spread, an outpouring of condolences flooded TikTok. According to medical experts, Progeria causes rapid aging, with symptoms emerging within the first two years of life. The average life expectancy for children with Progeria is approximately 15 years, although some may live longer or shorter lives.

While there is currently no cure for Progeria, ongoing research and novel treatments offer promise for managing symptoms and complications. Beandri’s family has requested privacy during this difficult time and will share details about a memorial service in due course.

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Nasboi Appeals to Davido for a Pre-Owned Vehicle

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Nasboi Appeals to Davido for a Pre-Owned Vehicle

Renowned Nigerian comedian and musician, Nasboi, has made a public plea to acclaimed Afrobeats artist, Davido, following his recent luxury car acquisition.

As reported earlier, Davido added a 2025 Rolls Royce Spectre to his collection in 2024. Inspired by this purchase, Nasboi took to his X page to humbly request that Davido consider gifting him one of his unused vehicles.

In a surprising display of optimism, Nasboi proposed a payment plan, offering to make instalment payments until Davido instructs him to stop. His post read:

“Senior man @davido, any car wey you no dey use abeg. I fit dey pay small small. Higher purchase. I know say one day you go says make I no pay again.”

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