Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexual assault
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexual assault
Updated at: September 24, 2026 at 10:51 PM
On September 23, 2026, former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison following a high-profile retrial in Manhattan.
At 74 years old, Weinstein was convicted of a 2006 sexual assault against Miriam Haley, a former TV production assistant.
Judge Curtis Farber, who delivered the sentence, described Weinstein as a sexual predator who exploited his status as an industry kingmaker to harm others.
Although Weinstein was originally sentenced to 23 years in 2020, that conviction was overturned by New York’s top court in 2024.
Despite his defense team citing serious health concerns and requesting leniency, the judge emphasized Weinstein's refusal to accept responsibility.
While this case in New York has reached a sentencing phase, Weinstein faces additional legal challenges, including an ongoing case in California where he was previously convicted.
