Actor Ruby Rose alleges pop star Katy Perry sexually assaulted her in Australia in 2010
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Australian actor Ruby Rose has accused pop star Katy Perry of sexually assaulting her around 2010 in Melbourne, prompting an investigation by Victoria Police into a historical sexual assault case.
- Victoria Police confirmed the probe is ongoing and involves an incident at a licensed venue in Melbourne’s CBD, but declined to provide further details citing privacy protocols.
- Perry’s representatives have categorically denied the allegations, labeling them as "dangerous reckless lies" and referencing Rose’s history of making public accusations that have been denied.
- Rose, known for roles in "Orange Is the New Black" and "Batwoman," initially made the accusation in deleted social media posts, stating it took nearly two decades to speak out due to the trauma of the assault.
- In Victoria, there is no statute of limitations on reporting sexual offenses, allowing the police to investigate incidents regardless of how much time has passed.
