Julio Iglesias denies sexual abuse claims of two former female employees

Julio Iglesias is denying allegations of sexual abuse made by two former female employees. The women, identified as Rebeca and Laura, claim the assaults occurred in 2021 at Iglesias' Caribbean mansions. They accuse him of sexual assault, inappropriate touching, insults, and harassment, filing a complaint with Spain's Audiencia Nacional. Rebeca alleges repeated non-consensual sexual acts, while Laura claims unwanted kissing and touching. Iglesias, now 82, has responded via Instagram, stating he has never abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman and that the accusations are false. He intends to defend his dignity against the allegations, which are currently under preliminary investigation.

Spanish prosecutors are investigating sexual assault claims against singer Julio Iglesias, filed by two former employees on January 5th with a Spanish high court. The investigation follows a three-year joint investigation published by elDiario.es and Univision Noticias, detailing broader allegations of sexual assault and harassment. The news outlets reported testimonies from 15 unnamed former employees who described a climate of intimidation and inappropriate behavior by Iglesias between the late 1990s and 2023. The women alleged they were recruited based on their looks and subjected to inappropriate questions. Iglesias, 82, and his representatives have not responded to requests for comment regarding the allegations.

Julio Iglesias is facing accusations of sexual assault from two former female employees. The women, a domestic worker and a physical therapist, allege the assaults occurred in 2021 at Iglesias's Caribbean mansions in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. The allegations, revealed in a joint investigation by elDiario.es and Univision Noticias, include inappropriate touching, insults, and humiliation within a controlling environment. The investigation involved testimonies from 15 former employees detailing a tense atmosphere and Iglesias's behavior between the late 1990s and 2023. The two women reporting sexual assault provided consistent accounts supported by documentary evidence.