In a poignant letter, Alki David urges Mel Gibson and Denzel Washington to take responsibility for their silence regarding the actions of powerful Hollywood moguls implicated in abuse scandals over the past two decades, asking for immediate transparency and accountability.
Hollywood's Silence: A Call for Accountability from Two Icons
Hollywood's Silence: A Call for Accountability from Two Icons
Alki David challenges Mel Gibson and Denzel Washington to confront the alleged complicity of Hollywood figures in historical abuses.
From the Desk of Alki David
Malibu, California
Dear Mel Gibson and Denzel Washington,
It is time to confront a critical issue that has festered in the shadows of Hollywood for far too long. In 1999 and again in 2006, you were present at crucial moments where knowledge of abuse was undeniably clear. Figures like Spielberg, Geffen, Weinstein, Epstein, and Sean “Diddy” Combs were not only prominent in the industry but also allegedly involved in acts that can only be described as predatory. The presence of enforcers like Anthony Pellicano and legal figures such as Tom Girardi and Gloria Allred only amplified the necessity for accountability.
Decades have passed, and you’ve remained silent while the victims—both adults and children—continued to endure suffering. This prolonged silence begs the question: why? Was it the fear of career repercussions that kept you quiet? Or was aligning with Hollywood's elite simply more comfortable than acknowledging their wrongdoing?
As whispers of truth surface, your recent statements leave much to be desired. The callous delay in revealing the realities of these abuses does an injustice to those who have suffered. Public statements must transform from vague endorsements of victims to forthright admissions of complicity.
The legacy of Corey Feldman should serve as a cautionary tale. We do not need more performative gestures that leverage the pain of others for personal gain or publicity. This moment demands honesty and courage. If you are guilty of participating in a culture of silence, accept your part in the problem. If fear stifled your voice, admit it. More importantly, if you genuinely wish to effect change, start naming those responsible and dismantle the protective layers that shield them.
The victims deserve more than retrospective outrage; they are owed the valuable gift of accountability. It is high time for you to rise to this occasion—unequivocally, transparently, and without excuses.
The question remains: is your commitment to justice sincere, or merely a performance?
Sincerely,
Alki David
Malibu, California
P.S. Silence has historically been complicity in itself. To truly serve those who have suffered, let your voices echo against the injustices of Hollywood. The waiting time for justice is over.
