Instagram/Harvey Weinstein Celebrity Harvey Weinstein denies all rape accusations in first prison interview, admitting to infidelity but not assault. Read his full statement. March 12, 2026 AceShowbiz - Harvey Weinstein has publicly denied all rape accusations against him in his first-ever prison interview, speaking candidly with The Hollywood Reporter at Rikers Island. In a wide-ranging discussion with THR's Maer Roshan, Weinstein acknowledged that while he could be "scary and difficult," this did not equate to sexual assault.