Cornell Students Accused of Rape Spark Celebrity Outrage

A group of prominent celebrities, including Mariska Hargitay and Josh Gad, have vocally condemned the 'Cornell 7,' seven male students accused of drugging and gang-raping a female classmate in October 2024. The victim has filed a lawsuit against her alleged assaulters, their fraternity, and Cornell University. The university's original investigation reportedly led to only two expulsions, with others receiving lesser penalties like suspensions or assignments, and no arrests were made.

Mariska Hargitay, through her Joyful Heart Foundation, expressed solidarity with the victim, stating Cornell failed to protect its students. Other celebrities like Hudson Williams and Jameela Jamil have publicly demanded arrests and harsher consequences, with some using highly charged language against the accused and the university's response. Former 'South Park' writer Toby Morton launched a website to document the case, highlighting the ongoing demand for accountability and justice.