Sacha Baron Cohen has broken his silence on Rebel Wilson’s explosive allegation, raising eyebrows and stirring curiosity among fans and industry insiders alike. Wilson’s forthcoming memoir, “Rebel Rising,” promises to unveil behind-the-scenes tales from her career, with one particular chapter singling out a “massive a-shole” she encountered in the industry.
The revelation sent shockwaves through social media, with Wilson teasing the identity of the individual in question and hinting at attempts to silence her ahead of the book’s release. In a since-expired Instagram story, she hinted at legal threats and the hiring of crisis PR managers by the accused, fueling speculation about the magnitude of the unfolding saga.
Yet, it was Wilson’s subsequent revelation that thrust the saga into the spotlight. On Sunday, she took to Instagram once more to name Sacha Baron Cohen as the alleged “a-shole,” citing their collaboration on the 2016 film “The Brothers Grimsby.” Cohen, known for his provocative and boundary-pushing comedy, found himself thrust into the center of a media storm, prompting swift response from his camp.
In a statement to TMZ, Cohen’s representative vehemently denied Wilson’s claims, citing “extensive detailed evidence” that contradicts her allegations. The statement referenced contemporaneous documents, film footage, and eyewitness accounts from individuals involved in the production of “The Brothers Grimsby,” casting doubt on the veracity of Wilson’s accusations. His statement read: “While we appreciate the importance of speaking out, these demonstrably false claims are directly contradicted by extensive detailed evidence, including contemporaneous documents, film footage, and eyewitness accounts from those present before, during and after the production of The Brothers Grimsby.”
As the dust settled on the explosive exchange, resurfaced quotes shed light on the dynamic between Wilson and Cohen during the film’s production. Wilson’s past remarks on an Australian radio show in 2014 painted a picture of Cohen’s eccentric and boundary-pushing humor, with anecdotes of his outrageous requests and off-script antics.
With Wilson’s memoir poised to hit shelves on April 2nd, anticipation is swirling around the revelations it promises to unveil, offering readers a glimpse into the inner workings of Hollywood and the personalities that inhabit its realm.
