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Famous photographers accused of male harassment

At least 13 people complained to Mario Testino. Photo: Depositphotos

Famous fashion photographers Mario Testino and Bruce Weber are accused of sexually harassing male models and assistants, writes Air force.

The charges against them are referred to in the article in New York Times. Publishing House Conde nastpublishing fashion magazines, including Vogue and GQ, has already suspended work with Testino and Weber.

The photographers themselves deny the accusations. In a statement provided to the newspaper through his lawyers, Bruce Weber said he was "shocked and saddened by the outrageous allegations, which I categorically deny."

The law firm representing Testino, 63, said those who complained of harassment cannot be considered “reliable sources,” writes New York Times. The photographer's lawyers added that they spoke with several of Testino's former employees, who were "shocked by the allegations" and "did not confirm any of the allegations."

"Sexual Predator"

Mario Testino, who shot Kate Moss, Madonna, Michelle Obama and members of the royal family, is accused of harassing 13 men.

The accusations against Testino include undesirable touches and masturbation, which supposedly took place from the middle of the 1990's, the newspaper writes.

Model Ryan Locke, who worked with Testino on advertising campaigns Gucci, describes him as a “sexual predator.”

Assistant photographer Hugo Tillman said that Testino had chained his beds, and he was able to free himself only with the help of another person.

Another assistant, Roman Barrett, said harassment was “an ongoing reality.” He claims the photographer masturbated in front of him.

Фото: Depositphotos

In 2014, a photographer of Peruvian origin was awarded the honorary order of the British Empire for his work in the field of photography and charity.

Testino has long ties to the royal family, having photographed Princess Diana and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their engagement and later at Princess Charlotte's christening.

He has worked with such famous brands as Burberry and Michael Korsand his photographs of Serena Williams and her newborn baby appeared on the cover of the February issue of American Spindrift.

71-year-old American photographer Bruce Weber is accused of harassing 15 working and former models. They claim that he forced them to undress unnecessarily, and also behaved indecently, writes New York Times.

Weber worked for brands like Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren & Abercrombie & Fitchand also over several movies.

The men told the publication that they were asked to participate in "breathing exercises" that could include unwanted touching. Model Bobby Roach said Weber tried to put his hands down his pants during a casting call in 2007.

Artistic director Conde nast Anna Wintour said it was "heartbreaking" for her to learn about the allegations. She added that the publishing house will not work with both photographers in the foreseeable future.

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