Crispin Glover Denies Ex-Girlfriend's Battery and Assault Allegations in New Lawsuit
Crispin Glover, the actor best known for portraying George McFly in the iconic 1985 film Back to the Future, has been accused of assault, battery, and emotional distress by a former girlfriend. The allegations, detailed in a lawsuit filed in California, have been vehemently denied by Glover's representative as "baseless."
Details of the Legal Complaint
In a complaint obtained by People magazine, an ex-girlfriend referred to as Jane Doe alleges a series of disturbing incidents. The lawsuit claims that Glover, 61, engaged in battery, fraud, wrongful eviction, malicious prosecution, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Additionally, he is accused of violating California's Bane Act, a civil rights law.
The complaint describes a situation where Jane Doe, a model from the U.K., was allegedly "groomed" by Glover after meeting him through social media. She claims he persuaded her to move to Los Angeles with promises of a new life and career opportunities in the entertainment industry. However, upon arrival, she alleges she found herself in a controlling environment, where Glover monitored her actions and expected her to serve as a live-in girlfriend and sex slave, relying entirely on him for financial support and shelter.
Allegations of Physical Assault and Eviction
Jane Doe further alleges that in March 2024, after leaving Glover's home to visit a mosque, she was kicked out without warning, rendering her homeless. When she returned to collect her belongings, she claims Glover attacked her, grabbing her neck and choking her in a headlock, which left a visible wound and scar. The lawsuit also accuses Glover of filing a false police report, labeling her as an "unlawful intruder," and obtaining a restraining order against her, which she says caused permanent damage to her career.
She is seeking a jury trial, along with costs for the lawsuit, attorneys' fees, and other relief.
Glover's Strong Denial and Counterclaims
In a statement to TMZ, Glover's representative denied the allegations "in the strongest possible terms." The representative elaborated that on March 2, 2024, Glover was the victim of an unprovoked felony assault by Jane Doe at his Los Angeles residence. According to the statement, Glover called the Los Angeles Police Department, who investigated the incident and arrested Jane Doe. These facts are supported by law enforcement records and a restraining order filed by Glover at the time.
The representative added, "Mr. Glover intends to vigorously defend himself and pursue all available relief. He is confident the judicial process will expose this lawsuit as a meritless fabrication."
Background on Crispin Glover
Crispin Glover rose to fame with his role as George McFly in Back to the Future and has since appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Willard and American Gods. The Independent has reached out to Glover's representative for further comment on the ongoing legal matter.
