URGENT UPDATE: Filmmaker Yi Zhou has made serious allegations of misconduct against actor Jeremy Renner, claiming he shared inappropriate images and later threatened her after she confronted him. The accusations have surfaced just as Renner is involved in two upcoming projects with Zhou: Chronicles of Disney and Stardust Future.
In a series of social media posts on Instagram, Zhou detailed her allegations, stating Renner sent her explicit photos and threatened her with immigration authorities after she addressed his behavior. She revealed that their initial interactions began in June when Renner allegedly contacted her directly.
“He sent a string of unwanted/unsolicited pornographic images of himself,” Zhou stated. She further claimed that when she attempted to confront him, he responded by threatening to “call immigration or ICE” on her, an act she described as both intimidating and upsetting. Zhou emphasized, “Such behavior is unacceptable and emblematic of the imbalance of power that continues to harm women in our industry.”
Alongside her statements, Zhou shared screenshots of conversations with Renner and messages from friends expressing concern for her well-being. She previously told the Daily Mail that during a meeting about Chronicles of Disney at Renner’s home in Reno, Nevada, he became intoxicated and aggressive. Zhou claimed she felt so threatened that she locked herself in a bathroom to feel safe.
Adding complexity to the situation, Zhou revealed that she and Renner had developed a romantic relationship prior to their professional collaboration. However, she alleged that after their relationship ended, Renner publicly denied its existence and refused to support their films.
“No woman, filmmaker, or creative should have to work under such emotional and psychological pressure while trying to protect her name and the integrity of her work,” Zhou stated.
As of now, Jeremy Renner has not publicly responded to these serious allegations. This unfolding situation raises important questions about the treatment of women in the film industry and the broader implications of power dynamics in professional relationships.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. The entertainment community is watching closely as the impact of these allegations could resonate widely, potentially affecting Renner’s career and future projects.
