Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer, has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of bone marrow cancer. According to sources, he is currently receiving treatment at Rikers Island, where he is incarcerated. Neither his spokesperson, Juda Engelmayer, nor his lawyer, Arthur Aidala, commented on the diagnosis.
Weinstein’s prison consultant, Craig Rothfeld, criticized the public disclosure of his private health matters and chose not to provide further information. Last month, Weinstein underwent emergency heart surgery at Bellevue Hospital in New York and was released shortly afterward. His representatives emphasized that he suffers from various serious health issues that require ongoing medical care.
In addition to his health concerns, Weinstein faces legal battles. He recently pleaded not guilty to a criminal charge and could be retried in November after an earlier conviction was overturned. It’s unclear if his cancer diagnosis will affect the trial’s schedule, as his legal team has not provided an update.