Rocker Marilyn Manson has agreed to drop a lawsuit against his former fiancée Evan Rachel Wood and to pay her attorneys’ fees, putting an end to a legal battle that has spanned years. Manson’s suit, which claimed Wood fabricated allegations of sexual and physical abuse, was largely dismissed by a judge in 2022.
The settlement, which includes Manson paying nearly $327,000 in attorney fees for Wood, comes amid a criminal investigation involving multiple women that remains ongoing. While Manson denies engaging in non-consensual sexual acts, numerous women, including Wood and Esme Bianco, have accused him of abuse.
Wood had publicly accused Manson of abuse in 2020, leading to a flurry of legal actions. Manson’s lawsuit alleged defamation and intentional emotional distress, but parts of the suit were dismissed by a judge, including claims that Wood fabricated evidence against him.
Manson’s attorneys have now reached a settlement with Wood, with the musician agreeing to drop his remaining claims and pay her attorney fees. Wood’s lawyer stated that Manson’s lawsuit was an attempt to silence and intimidate his accusers, which ultimately failed. The terms of the settlement were not kept confidential at Wood’s request.
The resolution marks the end of a tumultuous legal battle between Manson and Wood, shedding light on the complexities of legal cases involving allegations of abuse and defamation. As Manson’s career remains clouded by controversy, the fallout from these allegations continues to shape his public persona.
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