Marilyn Manson avoids sexual assault charges
District Attorney Nathan Hochman cited the legally mandated time limits and insufficient evidence as the reasons for the decision.
“We have determined that allegations of domestic violence fall outside of the statute of limitations, and we cannot prove charges of sexual assault beyond a reasonable doubt,” Hochman said in a statement on Friday. “We recognize and applaud the courage and resilience of the women who came forward to make reports and share their experiences, and we thank them for their cooperation and patience with the investigation.”
Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, faced accusations from multiple women related to incidents that allegedly occurred between 2009 and 2011 in West Hollywood.
The investigation began in 2021 after actress Evan Rachel Wood, who started dating Manson in 2007 when she was 19, accused him of abuse in a social media post. Manson denied the allegations, calling them a “horrible distortion of reality.”
Manson is a horrible distortion of reality, so I guess he would know.
While the identities of the other women involved in the investigation were not disclosed, ‘Game of Thrones’ actress Esme Bianco confirmed her involvement. Bianco, who sued Manson in a case that was later settled, said she provided the authorities with “hundreds of pieces of evidence, including photos of my body covered in bites, bruises and knife wounds.” She also criticized the delays in the investigation.
“Almost four years ago, I did what victims of rape are supposed to do: I went to the police,” she said at a rally in 2024.
What I don't understand is why were these beautiful young women involved with Manson in the first place? Surely they could have done better.
Wood released a short statement on social media on Friday, acknowledging that her claims exceeded the statute of limitations. “Evidence of violent crimes should not have an expiration date,” she wrote, thanking the police for the investigation.
In her lawsuit, Bianco accused Manson of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, as well as violating human trafficking laws. She claimed Manson lured her to California from England under false pretenses of offering her roles in music videos and films. Following the prosecutor’s decision, Bianco expressed disappointment, arguing that “once again, our justice system has failed survivors.”
Manson has consistently denied any wrongdoing. His attorney, Howard King, welcomed the outcome, saying, “We are very pleased that, after a thorough and incredibly lengthy review of all of the actual evidence, the District Attorney has concluded what we knew and expressed from the start – Brian Warner is innocent.”
Following Wood’s allegations, record label Loma Vista and talent agency CAA cut ties with Manson. He was also removed from several TV shows.
At least #MeToo provided some small measure of justice.
Firerose says ‘truth is coming to light’ about ex-husband Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus’ ex-wife Firerose is speaking out about the 63-year-old singer following his performance at U.S. President Donald Trump’s Liberty Ball on Monday.
Cyrus took the stage in Washington, D.C., and his performance was deemed an “epic disaster” by fans after he got frustrated on stage over alleged technical difficulties.
“What’s being seen in public now reflects much of what I experienced in private during our relationship,” Firerose, 36, said in a statement to People.
“It’s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him, but I’m glad the truth is coming to light — for his potential good because healing is only possible when you confront the truth and accept there’s a problem,” she continued. “For me, I remain focused on my faith, my music, my healing and using my story to encourage others to find strength and hope.”
Cyrus and Firerose, who were married for seven months, finalized their divorce in August 2024. Cyrus cited irreconcilable differences and “inappropriate marital conduct” when he filed for divorce from Firerose, whose legal name is Johanna Rose Hodges. During their heated divorce proceedings, Firerose and Cyrus both accused each other of physical, verbal and emotional abuse.
Firerose’s comments come after Cyrus’ son, Trace Cyrus, wrote an open letter to his father on Wednesday, saying that he “barely” recognizes him anymore and asking him to reach out for help.
“It seems this world has beaten you down and it’s become obvious to everyone but you. You may be upset with me for posting this but I really could care less at this point. Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away,” Trace wrote.
He said that his sister, Noah Cyrus, 24, wanted their dad to be part of her life and claimed he disregarded that. “That’s your baby girl. She deserves better. Somehow just like me she still idolizes you though. We are all hanging on to memories of the man we once knew & hoping for the day he returns,” Trace continued.
Trace said that he hasn’t talked to his father in a while and noted that he is currently a year and a half sober from alcohol.
“I don’t know what you’re struggling with exactly but I think I have a pretty good idea & I’d love to help you if you would open up and receive the help. You know how to reach me. Till that day comes I will continue to pray for you,” Trace’s open letter concluded.
During Cyrus’ performance on Monday, he told the crowd that his guitar wasn’t working while he performed his hit collab with Lil Nas X, Old Town Road.
“Is my guitar still on? I think they cut me off. I don’t hear my guitar anymore,” Cyrus said to the stage crew. “Check. Is anybody awake? I don’t hear it. Do y’all hear this? Where’s everybody at? Check. Is anyone back there? Can someone turn my guitar back on? We’re gonna sing a little bit more.”
Cyrus appeared to get frustrated over the technical difficulties. “Y’all want me to sing more or you just want me to get the hell off the stage? I don’t give a damn,” he said.
After a technician came out onstage to help Cyrus fix the guitar, he said the instrument was “dead” and gave the guitar to the technician, telling the crowd to “just snap your fingers” so he could continue to sing.
He began to sing an a cappella version of Achy Breaky Heart and the lights turned on once he was done. But Cyrus didn’t get off the stage and began to wander around before he was escorted off.
The following day, Cyrus took to Instagram to say that he had “a blast” at the Liberty Ball. “I wouldn’t have missed the honour of playing this event whether my microphone, guitar and monitors worked or not. I was there because President Donald J. Trump invited me,” Cyrus wrote in his caption.
“I had a ball at the Liberty Ball last night and I’ve learned through all these years when the producer says ‘you’re on,’ you go entertain the folks even if the equipment goes to hell. I was there for the people and we had a blast. That’s called rock n roll,” Cyrus’ added.
Cyrus has not responded to Firerose’s comments as of this writing.
Does it sound like a drugs problem to you?
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