Filmmaker Accuses Jeremy Renner of Sending Unsolicited Intimate Images and Threatening ICE Action, Rolling Stone Reports
Marvel actor Jeremy Renner is the subject of new allegations that he transmitted unsolicited intimate photographs and video to a Chinese filmmaker and later threatened to involve U.S. immigration authorities after the filmmaker privately confronted him. The claims were first reported by Rolling Stone, which cited a source familiar with the matter. According to the source, the exchange occurred via a messaging platform in early 2024.
The filmmaker, who asked to remain unnamed, says she received the content without prior consent and that Renner’s subsequent warning to “call ICE” was intended to intimidate her from pursuing the issue further. Legal experts note that sending non‑consensual explicit material can constitute a violation of state harassment statutes, while threats to involve immigration enforcement may raise additional civil or criminal concerns. No formal complaint has been filed publicly as of this writing.
Renner’s publicist issued a brief statement indicating that the actor is “aware of the allegations and is cooperating with any appropriate investigations.” The statement did not confirm or deny the specific claims. Industry observers point out that the entertainment sector has seen a rise in similar accusations over the past few years, prompting studios and unions to reinforce policies against non‑consensual image sharing and harassment.
Analysts suggest that the outcome will depend on whether law enforcement pursues the matter and whether the parties choose to resolve it through civil litigation. Meanwhile, the incident adds to ongoing discussions about power dynamics and digital consent in the film industry. Observers expect that any legal proceedings could influence how studios handle similar claims in the future, potentially leading to stricter compliance measures and heightened scrutiny of personal communications involving public figures.
