Singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been a household name in France for decades, but in the past few weeks he has hit the headlines facing shock charges of sexual assault and rape. As accusations against the former teen heartthrob multiply, members of his loyal female fanbase are defending the star.
Fallen idol: French singer Patrick Bruel accused of rape, sexual assault
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Mon 15:24 - La Libre (BE)
Patrick Bruel targeted by new accusations, two complaints were filed: “I found myself in something dirty, murky”
Tue 17:42 - La Libre (BE)
The Paris prosecutor's office opens an investigation into Patrick Bruel following a complaint of attempted rape and sexual assault
Wed 09:25 - La Libre (BE)
The sexual assault case affecting Patrick Bruel takes a Belgian turn: "A complaint has been filed in the judicial district of Mons"
Thu 07:51 - La Libre (BE)
Patrick Bruel targeted by at least three investigations in France and Belgium
Fri 16:56 - France 24
Fallen idol: French singer Patrick Bruel accused of rape, sexual assault