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Les Moonves
Former CBS CEO
CBS CEO, Sexual Assault, Obstruction
Overview
Les Moonves was one of the most powerful executives in television until he was forced out over sexual misconduct allegations. Multiple women accused him of sexual harassment, assault, and using his power to destroy the careers of women who rejected him. He was found to have deleted evidence and lied to investigators.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
SEXUAL ASSAULT: Multiple accusations of assault
CAREER DESTRUCTION: Ruined careers of women who refused him
EVIDENCE DESTRUCTION: Deleted text messages during investigation
LIED TO INVESTIGATORS: Misled company lawyers
$120M FORFEITED: Lost severance after misconduct findings
POLICE REPORTS: LAPD investigated allegations
Related Investigations (1)
Criminal Charges & Violations
2 documented violations
Sexual Battery (CA)Multiple accusations(INVESTIGATED)
Corporate PolicyTerminated for cause($120M SEVERANCE DENIED)
Known Associates & Connections
Bobby Kotick
Fellow media executive facing workplace misconduct allegations
Matt Lauer
Fellow media executive ousted during #MeToo movement
Sources & Documentation
3 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- October 6, 1949
- Birthplace
- New York City
Education
- •Bucknell University
Key Timeline
October 6, 1949
Born in New York
2006
Becomes CBS CEO
September 2018
Forced out over allegations
December 2018
$120M severance denied