A former assistant of the actor Vin Diesel has filed a lawsuit, claiming that she lost her job soon after he sexually assaulted her in 2010. The lawsuit alleges that Diesel assaulted Asta Jonasson, the assistant, in a hotel room in Atlanta while they were filming "Fast Five." It was submitted to a Los Angeles court. Her choice to come forward, according to Jonasson's attorney, is intended to empower other survivors and bring about long-lasting change.
In the lawsuit, Jonasson detailed an incident where she says Diesel took her to his hotel room and did things against her will. She claims he forced her onto the bed, touched her inappropriately, and made her feel unsafe. Later, Diesel's sister, who runs his company, allegedly fired Jonasson shortly after she started working there for less than two weeks.
Jonasson remained silent for years, fearing the repercussions of speaking out against a powerful actor. However, she is now joining the ranks of many women who have accused prominent figures in the entertainment industry of sexual misconduct since the #MeToo movement gained momentum in 2017.
As of now, there has been no comment from Diesel's legal or public relations representatives regarding the lawsuit. The case highlights the ongoing issue of sexual harassment in the workplace and the importance of holding powerful individuals accountable for their actions.
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