Jared Leto accused of sexual misconduct by nine women in a newly released investigation, as detailed by AirMail, has brought fresh scrutiny to years of speculation surrounding the actor and singer’s private life. The allegations, described as an “open secret” by those familiar with the situation, have surfaced from incidents stretching back many years and involve women—often teenagers—who allege disturbing encounters with Leto.
Details Emerge from Multiple Accusers
The AirMail report outlines a longstanding pattern where Jared Leto, widely known for his work in acting and music, allegedly targeted much younger girls and women, including several who were still teenagers at the time of their interactions. The investigation recounts stories from nine women, whose experiences collectively paint a picture of repeated inappropriate and, at times, predatory behavior.
One anonymous woman described Leto’s late-night phone calls, stating that conversations quickly became sexual, with questions probing into her sexual history and experiences. These exchanges, according to the report, commonly occurred in the early hours of the morning and were explicit in nature.
Among those willing to be named, model Laura La Rue shared her alleged experience from 2008, when she was just 16 years old. La Rue recalled that after disclosing her age to Leto, who was 36 then, he persisted in pursuit. She later visited his music studio at age 17, where she alleges,
“he walked out of a room completely naked.”
Another woman recounted a visit to Leto’s home when she was 18. She alleged that Leto exposed himself and masturbated in front of her before putting her hand on him and urging her to “spit on it.”
Claims Shared on Social Media and Wider Industry Reaction
In addition to details from the AirMail investigation, public attention intensified after DJ Allie Tielz posted an old Facebook status, in which she said,
“‘Youre [sic] not really in L.A. until Jared Leto tries to force himself on you backstage… In a kilt… and a snow hat.’”
Tielz later commented that she was
“assaulted and traumatized by this creep when I was 17,”
emphasizing that, in her words, Leto
“was a creep then… still a creep now.”
The story also spotlights the persistent rumors and online commentary regarding Leto’s interest in younger women. As the AirMail investigation noted, a 2018 tweet from actor Dylan Sprouse humorously confronted Leto, questioning his attempts to direct message every young female model aged 18–25. Director James Gunn replied to Sprouse’s tweet, making a quip about the lower age limit, but later deleted the post, attributing it to a late-night use of Ambien.
Leto Denies All Allegations
Following the publication of these allegations, Leto’s spokesperson responded by issuing a complete denial, rejecting all claims made in the report.
Wider Significance and What Lies Ahead
The accusations against Jared Leto, which involve key figures such as Laura La Rue, Allie Tielz, and public reactions from Dylan Sprouse and James Gunn, reflect the deep discomfort and unresolved issues regarding sexual misconduct within the entertainment industry. With the issue now receiving mainstream media coverage, the focus is expected to increase pressure on the industry to respond to accusations, ensure accountability, and safeguard young performers. As the AirMail exposé brings these stories into the spotlight, it remains to be seen what actions, if any, will be taken in response, and how this will impact public perception of Leto and related industry norms.
