Supermodel's 20-Year Silence Broken on Abuse Claims

Supermodel Karen Mulder, once a top earner in the 1990s, has resurfaced after two decades to discuss the abuse allegations she made in 2001. During a French television appearance that year, Mulder claimed she had been raped by influential figures within the modelling industry, as well as by European royalty, politicians, and police officers. This interview was reportedly cut short, and Mulder was subsequently admitted to a psychiatric clinic, largely retreating from public life.

In a recent interview with Vogue Germany, Mulder, now 57, stated she was 'locked away' and 'silenced' following her claims. She asserts she was compelled to retract her statements, though she did not identify those involved. Mulder revealed that she endured 'horrible, inhumane things' during her time in the entertainment industry, viewing her public persona and smile as a 'defense mechanism' to cope with internal struggles.

Mulder's re-emergence coincides with renewed attention on the Jeffrey Epstein case and the MeToo movement, with social media users recognizing her as an early whistleblower. Her former agent, Gerald Marie, a powerful figure in fashion, is currently facing rape allegations from six women, which he denies. Mulder, known for her work with major fashion houses and Victoria's Secret, was named 'Model of the Year' in 1996.