Ansel Elgortstars as the lead love interest, Tony, in the new adaption of the movie-musical.
A year after “West Side Story” was filmed, Elgort faced accusations of sexual assault.
Gabby stated that she had reached out to Elgort via direct message on social media and he responded.
They began communicating, but when they met, Gabby said that the actor sexually assaulted her.
“I didn’t want to do it,” she wrote, according to USA Today.
She added that she was “sobbing in pain” while Elgort assaulted her.
Gabby’s claims went further than her accusation.
“I am truly sorry.
I know I must continue to reflect, learn, and work to grow in empathy.”
If you, or anyone you know, have been a victim of sexual assault, help is available.
