The names, apparently drawn up by Weinstein himself, were distributed to a team hired by the film producer to suppress claims that he had sexually harassed or assaulted numerous women. Prominent stars were among the first tranche of individuals on the list to testify publicly against Weinstein. Interestingly, the document includes the filmmaker Brett Ratner, who has been accused of sexual harassment or misconduct by six women in the wake of the Weinstein allegations. Weinstein “unequivocally denies” all claims of non-consensual sex, a spokesman for the producer has said. Among the high-profile names who have spoken out against Weinstein are Angelina Jolie, Cara Delevingne and Kate Beckinsale.

Source: The Guardian November 18, 2017 21:57 UTC