Rebel Wilson’s Allegations Against Sacha Baron Cohen A Timeline
Introduction
Rebel Wilson’s memoir, “Rebel Rising,” unveils her encounters with Sacha Baron Cohen during the filming of “The Brothers Grimsby,” shedding light on alleged harassment and inappropriate behavior.
Wilson’s Claims Emerged in 2014
In 2014, Rebel Wilson went public on the “Kyle and Jackie O” radio show, accusing Sacha Baron Cohen of harassment on the set of “The Brothers Grimsby.”
Allegations of Harassment
Wilson asserted that Cohen persistently pressured her to perform nude scenes, culminating in a request for a lewd act during filming.
2017 Twitter Incident
In 2017, Wilson hinted at the same incident on Twitter, without naming Cohen, alleging harassment by a male co-star.
Memoir Announcement and Threats
In October 2023, Wilson announced her memoir. By March 2024, she revealed attempts by a former co-star, later identified as Cohen, to silence her through legal threats.
Public Naming of Sacha Baron Cohen
Wilson publicly identified Cohen as the individual attempting to silence her through legal channels, asserting her refusal to be intimidated.
Excerpt Publication and Denials
People magazine published excerpts from Wilson’s book detailing her allegations against Cohen, which his representatives vehemently denied.
Counterclaims and Anonymous Testimonies
Cohen’s representatives provided statements from anonymous sources countering Wilson’s claims, alleging inaccuracies in her retelling of events.
Conclusion
The feud between Rebel Wilson and Sacha Baron Cohen continues as both parties stand by their divergent narratives, leaving the public to navigate conflicting accounts of their on-set interactions.
