In a shocking revelation that has stirred controversy and disbelief, former NBA star Gilbert Arenas shared a conversation he allegedly overheard, involving disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein and actress Halle Berry. This disclosure, made on his podcast “No Chill,” has sparked a wave of reactions and raised questions about the veracity of the claims.
Arenas, known for his career in the NBA from 2001 to 2012, recounted an incident purportedly dating back to between 2003 and 2004. According to his account, Weinstein, accompanied by a group of men at a basketball game, made derogatory comments about Berry, implying she had engaged in sexual favors for a movie role. Arenas described his shock and disappointment upon hearing these remarks, especially given Berry’s esteemed reputation in Hollywood.
Gilbert Arenas shared, “Halle Berry was walking by and I was like “Oh sh*t, Halle Berry bro!” He continued, “I’m in like the front row and there’s a little space with another row after that. They were sitting there and talking about, ‘Oh now she acting like she don’t know us, she wasn’t saying that when she needed that part.’”
He added, “Every single one of them hit. I was like, no, not Halle. No, not them, yuck! Damn, they got the Berry.”
The reaction to Arenas’ claims has been mixed, with some online commentators criticizing him for spreading potentially harmful and unverified information. One user condemned the tendency to circulate unfounded rumors for attention, while another expressed concern about the impact of such allegations on Berry, whether true or false. Fans of Halle Berry have come to her defense, with some calling for legal action against Arenas for defamation.
The context of these claims is set against the backdrop of Harvey Weinstein’s notorious history. Over 80 women have accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct, leading to his arrest and conviction on multiple charges, including rape. He is currently serving a substantial prison sentence.
Gilbert Arenas’ allegations have added another layer to the complex narrative surrounding Weinstein and his interactions with prominent actresses in Hollywood. The veracity of these claims and their implications continue to be a topic of intense discussion and debate.