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By Philip BerkIn the climate of the #MeToo movement, you have to ask yourself, as John Procter does in Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, “Is the accuser always holy?”When the story that I had sexually molested Brendan Fraser broke in February of 2018, I assumed the accusation was so outrageous that no one would believe it. And the few I did discuss it with agreed it was preposterous.But now, three years later the story is still being revisited and given top ranking by Google without offering any explanation on my part.So maybe it’s now time to tell the whole truth.The initial accusation claimed that in the summer of 2003, at the Beverly Hills Hotel, at a luncheon held by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, in the midst of a crowded room, I had pinched Fraser’s ass and then my left hand reached around, grabbed his ass cheek, and one of my fingers touched him in the “taint” and I start moving it around.“Eventually I was able to remove my hand. I felt ill,” Fraser told GQ magazine, “I felt like a little kid. I felt like there was a ball in my throat. I thought I was going to cry.” He rushed out of the room, outside, past a police officer he couldn’t quite bring himself to confess to, and then home, where he told his then wife, Afton, what had happened. “I felt like someone had thrown invisible paint on me.”Of course the accusation is absurd. Not only would the alleged assault have to have taken place in a crowded room, but I would have to be a Marvel superhero to accomplish such a feat.But the media didn’t think so. Even though in the GQ article I called Fraser’s version “a total fabrication,” the story was given credibility in hundreds of publications around the globe and still haunts me today.Why, I still ponder, didn’t anyone in the media not question the absurdity of the accusation? Not one publication, not the New York Times nor the Los Angeles Times, ever did. Didn’t they ask themselves, if there was even a shadow of suspicion that I had molested Fraser, why had I documented the incident in my autobiography, With Signs and Wonders, published four years earlier?Unfortunately in this Me Too era the accused is always presumed guilty?Brendan Fraser may have been groped 18 years ago but not by me. Something similar might

Celebrity / MoviesWhat happened to Brendan Fraser? Fans are rooting for him as he re-builds his acting career after a long hiatus. To many pop culture fans who came of age in the ’90s, Brendan Fraser was one of the brightest stars in the entertainment industry. A handsome actor who rose to fame in the early ’90s with a series of roles in teen comedy films, he achieved prominence in Hollywood by the end of the decade, appearing in high-profile action-adventure movies. Unfortunately, Fraser’s success was tinged with sadness, as trouble in his personal life led to a lengthy hiatus from film acting. These days, Fraser is back in action, and in light of an exciting new film role, the actor is making the rounds doing interviews and press. In one incredibly heartfelt interview, Fraser appeared to get genuinely choked up when he learned how much his fans believe in him. Keep reading to learn more about what happened to Brendan Fraser.What happened to Brendan Fraser?Surprise guest Brendan Fraser on the set of Busy Tonight. | Jordin Althaus/E! Entertainment/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty ImagesAfter early roles in movies like Encino Man and School Ties, Brendan Fraser got his first big breakout role in the 1997 comedy George of the Jungle. As the dimwitted, muscular George, Fraser became a box-office hero. He went on to star in the 1999 action-adventure film The Mummy, which to this day remains his most popular movie. He reprised the role of Rick O’Connell in the film’s two follow-ups, The Mummy Returns and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. In the early 2000s, after a string of roles in forgettable films that didn’t do well at the box office, Fraser stepped away from film acting. However, in light of a recently-announced role in a high-profile Martin Scorsese film, many people are re-discovering (or discovering for the first time) Fraser’s work — and they are seriously rooting for the actor to succeed. Why did Fraser recently get emotional in an interview?Fraser has been making the rounds, promoting his new film roles, and recently, he sat down for a video interview with a TikTok star who also happens to be a big Fraser fan. “You’ve got this. Just know that the internet is so behind you!” the fan told Fraser. “We’re so supportive. There are so many people out there who love you, and we’re rooting for you, and we can’t wait to see what you do next.”At this point, Fraser appeared to get teary-eyed, tipping his cowboy hat back and telling the excited fan “Shucks, ma’am.” The sweet video has since gone viral, with even more fans speaking out about their love for Fraser, and their

Credit: Doom Patrol/HBO MaxBrendan Fraser has been a notable actor, especially for his early 2000s work with The Mummy and George of the Jungle, among others. Still, over the last few years, it has been circulating that Brendan Fraser was blacklisted from Hollywood following his claims of sexual abuse from a Hollywood Foreign Press Association former president. While the other party claimed it was no fault of their own, an absence of Brendan Fraser in Hollywood was undoubtedly felt as roles that would have been seemingly perfect for the actor had no mention of him whatsoever, such as The Mummy reboot with Tom Cruise. Below, we’ve detailed the life of Brendan Fraser, from his early and most notable roles to his more modern roles since he started his comeback to Hollywood, and everything that happened to Brendan Fraser leading into 2022.Credit: The Whale/A24Brendan FraserAs stated above, Brendan Fraser was a much more known actor when he was younger, with The Mummy and George of the Jungle, two completely different movies and genres that equally complimented the actor’s ability. However, Brendan Fraser had had an obstructive life since 2003 when he had his unfortunate sexual abuse situation, which ultimately pushed the actor out of the Hollywood he worked so hard to be acknowledged by. Since the career-abrupting event pivoted Brendan Fraser’s life in the opposite direction, he divorced, lost his mother, and ultimately halted his career. Although Fraser claimed that he wouldn’t use the exact term “blacklisted,” as the act was done by a former president of the HFPA, who holds no real power. However, he does blame the event for a mental health spiral and is responsible for at least a lack of work that Brendan Fraser was able to find, at least before leading into 2022.Credit: Looney Tunes: Back in Action/Warner Bros.Brendan Fraser Before 2022With notable, stunt-heavy roles early in Branden Fraser’s career, such as swinging into trees, regardless of how fake they were, in George of the Jungle to his first actual action film with The Mummy, and other roles that put such a tole on Fraser’s body

That he spent a total of 7 years getting surgeries on and off. Notable roles Brendan Fraser had earlier in his career, well before 2022 and leading into his eventual downfall and disappearance from Hollywood, include The Mummy movies, Airheads, Looney Tunes: Back in Action, Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star, Journey to the Center of the Earth, Inkheart, and the first G.I. Joe film. These roles were among just some of the most recognizable Brendan Fraser roles, even those that were uncredited cameos. However, Brendan Fraser claimed that the sexual harassment incident stunted his work. The only time he had gaps in work was in 2011 when he didn’t release anything. Then again, he had an actual hiatus, at least from movies, with no appearances from 2015 to 2018. However, starting in 2018, Brendan Fraser’s roles started to reminisce with fans more and more, as they once did, with the actor again comfortable in his life. With all of the previous and notable work that Brendan Fraser has done, the actor, amazingly, while he has never won a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, has received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame.Credit: Doom Patrol/HBO MaxRecent WorkIn recent years, leading into 2022 and likely beyond, Brendan Fraser has been roped into many notable franchises and films. Still, television shows, a place where Brendan Fraser was never truly appreciated, have started to bring the actor back into the spotlight in a new way. While his face hasn’t been shown as often as his robotic, brain-swapped appearance, Brendan Fraser started to voice Robotman and portray Cliff Steele in the HBO Max series Doom Patrol after the character was introduced in a different universe in Titans. Brendan Fraser was also set to appear as the villain Firefly in Batgirl, but the movie was removed from Warner Bros’ releases schedule. Outside of his unique DC Comics character portrayal, Brendan Fraser has jumped toward 2022 with a new film appearance each year, even during the pandemic, since 2019, and has released this year and has upcoming work as well. While upcoming Brendan Fraser has

If you've been wondering why Brendan Fraser’s upcoming new movie, The Whale, is absolutely everywhere today, here's what you need to know. The American psychological drama, directed by Darren Aronofsky, premiered on Sunday evening (September 4) to an overwhelmingly positive reception at the 79th Venice Film Festival ‒ and it looks like this could be the just start of a Hollywood renaissance for its talented lead actor. Fraser wowed viewers at the debut screening in Italy with his portrayal of Charlie, a middle-aged English teacher suffering from severe obesity in the aftermath of a relationship breakdown. The role required the 53-year-old, who has been relatively absent from TV and movies since the mid-2000s, to undergo a dramatic physical transformation with "a lot of makeup and prosthetics" and to "absolutely move in a new way" as he adapted to the extra weight of his 'fat-suit'. Fraser’s performance in the 117-minute-long film was so impressive that he received a six-minute standing ovation, in which he appears visibly tearful and temporarily unable to leave the theatre. The standing ovation for #TheWhale was so enthusiastic, Brendan Fraser tried to leave the theater but the crowd’s applause made him stay. #Venezia79 pic.twitter.com/ZZ0vbFX7RlSeptember 4, 2022Critics are now speculating that The Mummy star could be nominated for his first-ever Oscar, 30 years after launching his career in the entertainment industry. What happened to Brendan Fraser? Brendan Fraser was once a Hollywood megastar, starring in everything from The Mummy trilogy (1999 ‒ 2008) to Encino Man (1992) and Airheads (1994). The American-Canadian actor continued dominating the silver screen into the early noughties, with his roles in Crash (2004) and Journey to the End of the Night (2006) often considered to be his best-known gigs of the last couple of decades. Fraser's career took a significant decline, however, in the mid-2000s, due to a number of debilitating health issues. He underwent multiple surgeries related to injuries caused by stunts from his action and comedy roles, leaving him unable to work on any long-term projects for several years. It's also been speculated that Fraser was blacklisted from Hollywood after he made allegations of sexual assault against Philip Berk, the ex-president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.What was Brendan Fraser's last movie?Brendan Fraser's last movie was No Sudden Move, a 2021 American crime thriller set in 1950s Michigan. Who joins Brendan Fraser in the cast of The Whale?Brendan Fraser is joined in The Whale by a small but solid cast, with Sadie Sink of Stranger Things playing Charlie’s teenage daughter, Ellie, and Hong Chau of Downsizing as his caring nurse friend, Liz. Ty Simpkins of Avengers: Endgame stars as Thomas, a Christian missionary determined to save the gravely sick Charlie’s life, while English actor, Samantha Morton (The Walking Dead and Decoding Annie Parker), plays Mary, his

Summary Brendan Fraser, known for his roles in popular films like George of the Jungle and The Mummy franchise, is experiencing a resurgence in his career after winning an Academy Award for The Whale. Fraser faced personal struggles, including sexual assault, the loss of his mother, and health problems, which led to his disappearance from the media. Despite his recent success, Fraser is carefully selecting his next roles, and he has landed a part in Searchlight's Rental Family, directed by Hikari. After winning his first Academy Award for his emotional performance in The Whale, and appearing briefly in Martin Scorsese's latest film Killers of the Flower Moon, Brendan Fraser lands his next big role in Searchlight's Rental Family. Fraser is ready to experience the second golden era of his career. During the 90s, the actor was one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, starring in popular films such as George of the Jungle and The Mummy franchise, which made him one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. In 2018, Fraser said he had been sexually assaulted by Philip Berk, president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association at the time. That event, combined with the loss of his mother and various health problems, made the actor fall into a severe depression, gradually disappearing from the media and participating in fewer and fewer projects. Last year, he starred in The Whale, Darren Aronofsky's latest movie, for which he was highly praised by critics and fans, to the point of winning his first Academy Award. However, despite being launched back onto the A-list, Fraser has said he wants to think carefully about which roles to take next. And, finally, he has landed a new part. According to Deadline, Fraser will star in Searchlight's Rental Family, which will be directed by Hikari (Beef), who has worked on the movie since 2019 alongside Stephen Blahut, with whom she co-wrote the script. Check out the official description of the film: "The story follows follows a down-and-out actor living in Tokyo who is hired as a token American guy for a Japanese rental-family company, leading him on an unexpected journey of self-discovery through the roles he plays in other people’s lives." Related Alicia Silverstone Is Up for Blast in the Past 2, Would 'Do Anything' with Brendan Fraser Alicia Silverstone would be happy to make Blast in the Past 2 just to again work with Oscar-winning actor Brendan Fraser. Martin Scorsese Has Defended Brendan Fraser’s Performance in Killers of the Flower Moon Although his role in Killers of the Flower Moon is quite small, following release, Fraser was criticized by some for his performance. In the movie, the actor plays a lawyer during the trial that Leonardo DiCaprio's character faces, and for some moviegoers, Fraser's performance was a bit exaggerated. Fortunately, for the acclaimed director Martin Scorsese, the performance was perfect. In an interview with LADbible, Scorsese defended Fraser's work and praised him saying: "We thought he'd be great for the lawyer and I admired