MADRID — Allegations Against Julio Iglesias Denied
Grammy-winning artist Julio Iglesias faced rejection of his claims on Friday. He was alleged to have sexually assaulted two former employees, which he referred to as “completely false.”
Recently, media reports indicated that Iglesias sexually and physically assaulted two women employed at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas between January and October 2021. Following these revelations, Spanish authorities announced an investigation into the matter.
“It is with deep sadness that I respond to the accusations made by two people who previously worked in my home. I deny the abuse, coercion, and disrespect of women. These accusations are completely false and I am deeply saddened,” he expressed on Instagram.
Both Spanish news outlet elDiario.es and U.S. TV network Univision Noticias reported on January 13 about a shared three-year investigation into Iglesias’ alleged actions.
Sources close to the situation noted that Spain’s High Court accepted a formal complaint against him on January 5, suggesting that Iglesias might face trial in Madrid for alleged crimes involving Spanish nationals residing abroad.
Advocacy groups representing the two women accused Iglesias of “crimes against sexual freedom and reparations, including sexual harassment” and “human trafficking for the purpose of forced labor and servitude.” Women’s Link Worldwide confirmed that a complaint has been filed in a Spanish court.
The 82-year-old artist is noted as one of the most successful musicians globally, having sold over 300 million records across various languages. He initially rose to fame in Spain, achieving significant international success throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Notably, he is also the father of pop singer Enrique Iglesias.
In 1988, Iglesias won a Grammy for Best Latin Pop Performance for his album “Un Hombre Solo,” and he received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 Grammy Awards.
“Although I have never experienced such malice, I still have the strength to let people know the full truth and defend my dignity from such a serious insult,” he shared on social media, expressing gratitude toward those who reached out with support.
