Vin Diesel sued for sexual battery

Vin Diesel, the American actor and film producer renowned for his role in the “Fast and Furious” franchise, is facing serious allegations of sexual battery from his former assistant, Astra Jonasson, dating back to 2010.

Jonasson has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles, asserting that Diesel forced her into a hotel suite in Atlanta. According to the legal complaint, she tried to exit the room after being coerced into Diesel’s bed, but the actor persisted, groping her breasts and kissing her chest.

Diesel went further in attempting to remove her underwear, prompting Jonasson to scream and rush towards the nearby bathroom. Eventually, she alleges that Diesel coerced her into touching his erect penis and proceeded to engage in masturbation.

Fearful of exacerbating Diesel’s anger, Jonasson closed her eyes, hoping the assault would come to an end, as detailed in the lawsuit.

Hours later, Jonasson found herself terminated by Diesel’s sister, Samantha Vincent, who serves as the President of his Production Company, One Race Productions.

The lawsuit outlines the profound emotional toll on Jonasson, describing how she felt degraded to a ‘piece of trash,’ with her self-esteem utterly shattered.

“It was clear to her that she was being fired because she was no longer useful — Vin Diesel had used her to fulfil his sexual desires and she had resisted his sexual assaults,” the suit alleges.

Jonasson is pursuing legal action against Diesel and his company, citing allegations of creating a hostile work environment, negligent supervision, wrongful termination, and other claims.

Vin Diesel’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, vehemently denied the accusations in a statement, stating, “Let me be very clear: Vin Diesel categorically denies this claim in its entirety. This is the first he has ever heard about this more than 13-year-old claim made by a purportedly 9-day employee. There is clear evidence which completely refutes these outlandish allegations.”

Jonasson’s attorney, Claire-Lise Kutlay, emphasized that the lawsuit seeks accountability for Diesel and those involved in allegedly allowing and covering up the sexual assault.

“Employers must protect and defend people when they speak up about sexual assault and harassment,” Kutlay said. “We hope Ms. Jonasson’s courageous decision to come forward helps create lasting change and empowers other survivors.”