English record producer Paul Oakenfold "categorically" denies all sexual harassment allegations online

While preparing for the re-release of his first studio album Bunkka, the prolific English DJ and producer Paul Oakenfold has recently been faced with sexual allegation charges by his former secretary.

Deadline broke the news, sharing that the lawsuit and allegations detail several incidents of indecent exposure and of masturbation in front of his personal assistant. The woman, identified only as Jane Roe, claims it happened several times throughout her employment to Oakenfold in his home.

The lawsuit was filed on June 2nd in the Los Angeles Superior Court. Included in the suit are two agencies, New Frequency Management and Paul Stepanek Management, both of which are run by Paul Stepanek and were involved in Jane Roe's employment. In addition to the two agencies and Oakenfold, Jane Roe claims that to 25 John Does also violated her employment rights.

According to the Deadline, when she reported the incidents Jane Roe was then barred from work since she wouldn't sign an NDA. Even when she later signed the NDA and continued employment with the agency under other individuals, her hours were reduced and she was eventually laid off earlier this year.

In the five-claim complaint, Jane Roe is seeking $25,000 in damages.

In response to the news, Oakenfold has pinned a message across his social media accounts debunking the allegations and detailing his own stance on the matter. He also shared his intention to counter-sue if necessary as a part of exhausting "all legal remedies available" to clear his name.

"I want to address recent allegations of sexual harassment made against me," Oakenfold begins. "Let me be absolutely clear: I categorically deny any and all claims of improper conduct. Respect, integrity, and consent are values I hold dear, and I have always treated everyone with utmost professionalism."

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— Paul Oakenfold (@pauloakenfold) June 5, 2023

"It is disheartening to see these baseless accusations, which appear to be nothing more than a calculated attempt to tarnish my reputation and extort money. I am committed to fully cooperating with any investigations to clear my name and will exhaust all legal remedies available, including the option to countersue, to protect my reputation and seek justice.

"Thank you for your unwavering support and understanding during this challenging time."

Paul Oakenfold broke out into the music industry during the early 80s. Early on, he worked for the likes of Champion Records and Perfecto Records. Signing acts like Salt-n-Pepa on top of working with bands like U2, he's been well-established in the record industry for decades.

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