In a surprising turn of events, a jury in New York has ordered Robert De Niro’s production company, Canal Productions, to pay a hefty sum of $1.2 million to his ex-personal assistant, Graham Chase Robinson. This comes after De Niro’s failed attempt to accuse Robinson of embezzlement and seek $6 million in damages.
Key Takeaway
A jury in New York has ordered Robert De Niro’s production company to pay
.2 million to his ex-personal assistant, Graham Chase Robinson. The jury dismissed De Niro’s claims of embezzlement and awarded Robinson in her
2 million countersuit. This verdict highlights the strained relationship between De Niro and Robinson, as well as allegations of bullying by De Niro’s girlfriend, Tiffany Chen.
The Jury’s Verdict
After five hours of deliberation, the jury dismissed De Niro’s claims and instead found Robinson’s $12 million countersuit to be more compelling. They ruled in favor of Robinson, awarding her $1.2 million against De Niro’s company.
Testimony and Tensions
Throughout the two-week trial, De Niro himself took the stand and shed light on the strained relationship between him and Robinson. He confessed to having referred to her as a “f**king spoiled brat” when she failed to wake him for an important appointment. Additionally, De Niro admitted to requesting back scratches from Robinson on multiple occasions, although he vehemently denied any sexual intentions. Robinson, on the other hand, described these requests as “creepy” and “disgusting.”
Allegations of Bullying
Robinson also alleged that she was subjected to bullying by De Niro’s girlfriend, Tiffany Chen, whom she referred to as a sociopath. These claims added another layer of complexity to the already explosive trial.
In Conclusion
The trial, which lasted eight days, captivated the courtroom with its dramatic twists and turns. Ultimately, the jury’s ruling in favor of Graham Chase Robinson serves as a significant blow to Robert De Niro and his production company, Canal Productions, both financially and in terms of their public image.
