Jeremy Renner has denied harassment allegations from filmmaker Yi Zhou, who says he sent her personal photos and behaved disturbingly, causing her to lock herself in a room.
Renner’s Statement and Zhou’s Claims
A representative for Renner stated, “The allegations being made are totally inaccurate and untrue.” Zhou, 37, first accused Renner on Instagram, using hashtags like “#CancelJeremyRenner.” She claims their relationship began after he sent her unwanted explicit images and later “seduced” her.
Zhou described her experiences as revealing the darker side of Hollywood, citing a smear campaign against women, particularly Asian female filmmakers. She expressed gratitude for the support she has received from friends and media.
Details of the Allegations
In an interview with the Daily Mail, Zhou elaborated on her claims about an incident on August 20. She alleged that after discussing a documentary project together, Renner drank a bottle of wine and acted violently, prompting her to lock herself in a room out of fear.
Before these allegations, Zhou and Renner were reported to be collaborating on projects, including a documentary titled “Chronicles of Disney,” where Renner is featured. The film is not produced by Disney but also includes other notable contributors.
Projects Involving Renner and Zhou
Renner is also involved as a voice actor in Zhou’s upcoming animated film “Stardust Future: Stars and Scars,” which aims for an awards-qualifying release this November. A portion of the film’s revenue will support Renner’s charity, the Rennervation Foundation.
These projects reveal the professional connection between Zhou and Renner amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the harassment claims.
