URGENT UPDATE: Filmmaker Yi Zhou has publicly accused actor Jeremy Renner of serious misconduct, revealing alarming details about their interactions. Just announced via social media, Zhou claims that Renner sent her inappropriate images and later issued threats after she confronted him about his behavior.
Zhou, who collaborated with Renner on two upcoming projects—Chronicles of Disney and Stardust Future—shared her allegations in a series of explosive posts on Instagram. She asserts that Renner sent a “string of unwanted/unsolicited pornographic images” to her starting in June, stating that when she addressed the situation privately, he threatened to “call immigration or ICE” on her. This troubling exchange left her feeling intimidated and distressed.
In her posts, Zhou emphasized, “Such behavior is unacceptable and emblematic of the imbalance of power that continues to harm women in our industry.” She shared screenshots of conversations with Renner and messages from friends expressing concern for her safety and mental health.
According to a previous report by the Daily Mail, Zhou also alleged that Renner exhibited aggressive behavior during a meeting at his home in Reno, Nevada. She recounted feeling so threatened that she locked herself in a bathroom to escape his aggressive demeanor. Zhou disclosed that she and Renner had developed a brief romantic relationship before working together, but she claims he later denied their connection publicly and refused to promote their films together.
“No woman, filmmaker, or creative should have to work under such emotional and psychological pressure while trying to protect her name and the integrity of her work,” Zhou stated emphatically in her Instagram post.
As of now, Jeremy Renner has not issued a public response to these serious allegations. This story is developing rapidly, and the entertainment industry is watching closely as more details unfold.
Stay tuned for updates as this situation progresses.