Julio Iglesias has responded to the sexual assault and human trafficking allegations made against him, issuing a statement on his Instagram on Thursday night (Jan. 15).
“It is with deep regret that I respond to the accusations made by two individuals who previously worked in my home. I deny having abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman. These accusations are completely false and cause me great sadness,” Iglesias wrote.
The Spanish singer continued: “I have never felt such malice, but I still have the strength to let people know the whole truth and defend my dignity in the face of such a serious offense. I cannot forget the many dear people who have sent me messages of affection and loyalty; I have found great comfort in them.”
The accusations were first revealed in a press release issued by international human rights organization Women’s Link Worldwide on Tuesday (Jan. 13). The group alleged that two women, identified as Laura and Rebeca (pseudonyms used to protect their identities), filed a complaint with Spain’s Public Prosecutor’s Office of the National Court.
The complaint accuses Iglesias of engaging in “a crime of human trafficking for the purpose of forced labor and servitude,” as well as “crimes against sexual freedom and indemnity such as sexual harassment.” The incidents reportedly occurred between January and October 2021 at Iglesias’ residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.
This remains a developing story. Billboard will continue to follow the case and report further updates as new information becomes available.
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