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Ryan Seacrest denies sexual harassment allegations

Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox
Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox

From Digital Spy

Ryan Seacrest is the latest star to respond to allegations of sexual harassment.

The American Idol star was alleged to have behaved inappropriately towards a former wardrobe stylist at E!, but he has strongly denied all claims.

"Recently, someone that worked as a wardrobe stylist for me nearly a decade ago at E! News, came forward with a complaint suggesting I behaved inappropriately toward her," he said in a statement (via The Hollywood Reporter).

Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox
Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox

"If I made her feel anything but respected, I am truly sorry. I dispute these reckless allegations and I plan to cooperate with any corporate inquiries that may result.

"I treat all my colleagues with kindness, dignity, and understanding, as this is a principle that's core to who I am.

"Throughout my 25 years in the entertainment industry, the majority of my co-workers have been women, and I've endeavoured to foster a positive work environment of mutual respect and courtesy, as that's how I believe it should be.

"I'm distraught that anyone or any situation would call that into question. I'm proud of my workplace reputation, and believe my track record will speak for itself. I'm an advocate for women. I will continue to support their voices."

Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox
Photo credit: Michael Becker / Fox

A spokesperson for E! confirmed to Variety that the cable channel is conducting an investigation into the allegations.

Seacrest isn't commenting further on the specifics of the allegations beyond his statement, but THR did add that the alleged victim is said to have made a 'substantial financial ask' in exchange for her silence, which Seacrest declined via his lawyers.


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