A male massage therapist in New York has filed a lawsuit against actor Kevin Spacey, alleging that the actor made unwanted sexual advances and repeatedly pressed him for sexual favours during massage sessions in 2016.
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As reported by TMZ, the therapist claims Spacey booked three 90-minute massages in August and September of that year at the New York Edition Hotel.
In the lawsuit, the therapist asserts that Spacey’s advances were unwelcome and inappropriate and that the actor insisted on beginning the massage with a focus on the buttocks.
Additionally, Spacey allegedly engaged in yoga poses during the sessions, exposing his buttocks and genitals, which made the therapist uncomfortable.
The lawsuit further claims that Spacey repeatedly became sexually aroused during the massage sessions and offered extra money in exchange for sexual favours.
Spacey is also alleged to have made sexual comments about the therapist’s appearance and physique. The therapist states that despite rejecting Spacey’s advances, the actor attempted to place the therapist’s hand on his genitals.
Spacey is said to have booked the massage appointments using a different name through an app, meaning the therapist did not know he would be providing a massage to Spacey until arriving at the hotel.
Spacey allegedly wore a ski mask during the appointments.
As a result of these alleged incidents, the therapist claims to have suffered mental and emotional distress, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and concerns for his livelihood as a massage therapist, husband, and father.
The lawsuit seeks damages from Kevin Spacey.
It’s important to note that this lawsuit comes several months after a UK jury found Kevin Spacey not guilty of all nine charges brought against him, including sexual assault, indecent assault, and causing a person to engage in penetrative sexual activity.
After the trial, Spacey expressed his emotions and gratitude toward the jury and thanked the courthouse staff, security personnel, and his legal team for their dedication during the proceedings.