Australian heartthrob Jacob Elordi finds himself under the police spotlight after an alleged altercation with a radio producer in Sydney, Australia. The incident, which took place on Saturday, February 3, at the Clovelly Hotel, has sparked headlines and left fans wondering about the actor’s next move.
According to reports from Australia’s Daily Telegraph, the 26-year-old actor was approached by Joshua Fox, a producer for The Kyle & Jackie O Show on KIIS FM, at the hotel. The encounter, initially light-hearted, took a sudden turn, leading to a situation that has now caught the attention of law enforcement.
In an audio recording shared by Joshua, the exchange began with a friendly greeting, “Excuse me Jacob,” as Joshua identified himself as part of The Kyle and Jackie O show. The interaction appeared harmless at first, as Joshua presented Jacob with a seemingly unconventional gift – a container labeled “Jacob Elordi’s bath water,” in reference to a viral scene from his recent movie Saltburn.
In the recording, Jacob’s reaction was nonchalant, reading the label aloud and expressing mild surprise at the unusual present. However, tensions reportedly escalated as the situation unfolded, leading to a more serious confrontation.
While Jacob initially responded politely and professionally, the situation took an unexpected turn as Joshua explained on The Kyle & Jackie O Show: “I’m backed against a wall, he’s right in my face and his two boys [friends] are beside me. It was kind of scary. I’m feeling quite intimidated, and Jacob demands I delete the footage… A switch went off, and he’s become quite aggressive. He goes, ‘Go into your recently deleted [folder]’. I’m thinking, if I delete this footage, there’s no evidence this encounter happened. So then I refused to [delete it]. Jacob flips and pushes me against the wall, and his hands are on my throat.”
The incident, as described by Joshua, prompted a response from the New South Wales Police, who released a statement to Variety confirming that they are actively investigating the matter. According to the police statement, the alleged assault took place outside a hotel in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, with the 32-year-old victim reportedly not sustaining any injuries.
The statement from authorities said:
“Officers attached to Eastern Beaches Police Area Command are investigating after a man was allegedly assaulted outside a hotel in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Police were told about 3:30 p.m. on Saturday 3 February 2024, a 32-year-old man was allegedly assaulted by a 26-year-old man. The man did not sustain any injuries. Inquiries into the incident is continuing.”
As the investigation unfolds, detectives have seized CCTV footage of the incident, aiming to shed light on the events leading up to the reported altercation. The outcome of this investigation will likely determine the legal implications for Jacob Elordi, and fans are anxiously awaiting any official statements from the actor or his representatives.
Jacob’s representatives have yet to respond to media requests for comment, leaving the public with unanswered questions about the future trajectory of the actor’s career and personal life. The unfolding situation adds a layer of complexity to Jacob Elordi’s public image, and the entertainment industry watches closely to see how this incident will impact his standing in the spotlight. The actor, known for his roles in hit projects like “Euphoria” and “The Kissing Booth,” is now navigating uncharted waters as the investigation takes its course.
