Julio Iglesias

Scandal Surrounding Julio Iglesias: Former Employees Accuse Legendary Singer of Sexual Harassment

The name of Julio Iglesias, one of the most famous Spanish artists in the history of world music, has become the center of a major scandal. Two former employees of his private residences have accused him of sexual harassment, abuse of power, and psychological pressure during their time working for the singer. The allegations date back to 2021 and were published as part of a large-scale journalistic investigation.

The women worked in Iglesias’ luxury homes in the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. One was employed as domestic staff, while the other provided physiotherapy services directly to the singer. Both claim they were subjected to inappropriate behavior by their employer, who allegedly crossed professional and ethical boundaries.

According to their statements, Julio Iglesias engaged in non-consensual physical contact, including kisses and intimate touching. In one case, it is alleged that he regularly visited a bedroom at night, accompanied by pressure, fear of job loss, and emotional isolation. Notably, there was a significant age difference: the younger woman was 22 years old at the time, while Iglesias was over 70.

The former employees also described working conditions as extremely strict. Staff reportedly lived on-site under constant supervision, with working days lasting up to 16 hours, mobile phones monitored, and freedom of movement limited. Several former workers interviewed by journalists confirmed the existence of a strict hierarchy and a psychologically stressful environment.

The investigation, which led to the publication of these allegations, lasted over three years. Journalists interviewed dozens of former employees, examined documents, medical reports, and private correspondence. Despite the seriousness of the claims, no official legal proceedings or convictions have been issued.

So far, Julio Iglesias and his representatives have declined to comment. Meanwhile, one former staffing coordinator publicly stated that she considers the accusations unfounded and described the singer as respectful and professional in his interactions.

Julio Iglesias is one of the most commercially successful artists in history, having sold hundreds of millions of records and becoming a symbol of Spanish pop on the international stage. His name has previously appeared in news related to his personal life and family disputes, but these are the first publicly reported allegations of sexual misconduct of this magnitude.

The story continues to develop, and observers expect further developments as new testimonies or official responses from Iglesias and his legal team emerge.