Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer accused of sexual misconduct and a catalyst for the #MeToo movement, has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia. He is currently undergoing treatment in prison at Rikers Island. The news of his cancer diagnosis comes after Weinstein recently had emergency heart surgery and battled Covid-19 and double pneumonia last year. Weinstein’s legal battles continue as he faces new criminal charges in Manhattan, which prosecutors are trying to combine with his previous sexual crimes case. His previous New York conviction was overturned this year due to improper rulings, but he was subsequently convicted of rape in Los Angeles and is currently serving a 16-year prison sentence. His legal team is appealing the Los Angeles conviction. Weinstein’s health issues add another layer to his ongoing legal troubles and personal challenges.
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Sources reveal Harvey Weinstein has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia
