Disney Sued by Former Child Star Who Claims Studio Blamed Her for Abuse
Raquel Lee has been in the news lately for suing Disney over allegations that she was raped and sexually assaulted by an unnamed adult employee when she was just 14 years old. However, a new development has come to light that may shed some light on the situation. According to reports, Raquel had already reached a confidential settlement agreement with actor Mark Curry in 2015, who played her dad on 'The Poof Point'.
Curry was represented by prominent attorney Gloria Allred, who also represented over 30 of Bill Cosby's accusers. The terms of the private resolution have not been disclosed, but it is clear that Raquel felt she needed to take further action against Disney. In her lawsuit, she alleges that the studio repeatedly put her in close contact with the man she says abused her, and when she reported the incidents, they blamed her for her behavior.
Raquel claims that this abuse had a lasting impact on her life, causing years of emotional and psychological harm. She is suing Disney for negligence and seeking unspecified damages. The case has sparked outrage among fans and industry professionals alike, with many calling for greater accountability from studios and networks to protect their employees.