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In a recent development from London, three men who accused actor Kevin Spacey of sexual assault have resolved their civil lawsuits ahead of a scheduled trial at the High Court. According to court documents, these settlements have precluded the need for the cases to proceed in court.
The allegations against Spacey, spanning incidents from 2000 to 2013, were serious and had been a subject of significant legal scrutiny. Despite these accusations, the acclaimed actor, known for his Academy Award-winning performances, has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
The civil trials, initially set to commence later this year, have been halted following a directive from Judge Christina Lambert. She recently instructed that the proceedings be paused, indicating that both parties had reached an agreement to settle the claims.
“By mutual consent, it is ordered that all further proceedings against the defendant in these cases be stayed as per the terms specified in this order and the confidential schedule associated with it,” stated Judge Lambert.
While the specifics of the settlements remain undisclosed, the judge did not issue any orders regarding the costs, leaving that aspect of the cases closed to the public as well.
The order, dated March 13, was made public on Wednesday.
Spacey’s representatives have been approached for comment.
Spacey, now 66, was tried in London in 2023 on nine alleged sex offenses against four men, and acquitted on all counts.
Two of the civil claimants, whose identities are protected by legal orders, gave evidence during Spacey’s criminal trial.
Spacey also successfully defended himself against a $40 million civil lawsuit in New York in 2022 brought by “Star Trek: Discovery” actor Anthony Rapp.
One of the most celebrated actors of his generation until his career was derailed by sex abuse allegations, Spacey starred in films including “Glengarry Glen Ross” and “LA Confidential” and the TV political thriller “House of Cards.” He won a best supporting actor Academy Award for the 1995 film “The Usual Suspects” and a lead actor Oscar for the 1999 movie “American Beauty.”
Spacey was artistic director of London’s Old Vic Theatre from 2004 to 2015.