Johansson Defends Allen Support Amid Abuse Allegations

Actress Scarlett Johansson has reaffirmed her support for director Woody Allen, amidst persistent sexual abuse allegations leveled against him by his stepdaughter, Dylan Farrow. Johansson, who has collaborated with Allen on three film projects, stated in a recent interview that she believes him and would readily work with him again.

Johansson elaborated on their relationship, noting she has had direct conversations with Allen about the allegations, and he maintains his innocence. She expressed that her mother encouraged her to maintain integrity and stand up for her beliefs, while also understanding the timing of when to speak.

This defense of Allen comes after Johansson's legal battle with Disney, which concluded with a reported $40 million settlement. The lawsuit stemmed from her claim that the simultaneous streaming release of 'Black Widow' impacted her contractual bonuses tied to box office performance.