Kaja Sokola, a former model and one of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers, expressed her mixed feelings following a recent trial verdict where Weinstein was convicted of assaulting Miriam Haley but left Sokola’s own allegations unaddressed. A Manhattan jury deadlocked on a third-degree rape charge involving Jessica Mann. Despite the outcome, Sokola emphasized the importance of Weinstein’s conviction for the #MeToo movement, stating there is still work to do in combating sexual violence.
Sokola, testifying about her own experiences of sexual assault by Weinstein, detailed incidents dating back to 2002 when she was just 16. While she hoped her testimony would strengthen the case against Weinstein, her estranged sister’s testimony was perceived as detrimental, suggesting Sokola didn’t express being assaulted at the time. Nevertheless, Sokola affirmed her truth: “I know what he did to me… and nothing will change that.”
She joined the case after initially participating in a class-action lawsuit against Weinstein, ultimately unmasking her identity to seek justice. Despite the verdict not aligning entirely with her hopes, Sokola maintains that it should not dissuade other victims from speaking out. Her attorney acknowledged the complexities of prosecuting decades-old cases.
In a personal shift, Sokola has launched her production company, Falcon 88, named in honor of her father. Her first project is “The Eden Express,” reflecting her ambition to reclaim her narrative. As a single mother, she expressed hope that her son sees her as a strong advocate for truth and justice, declaring, “I hope he will think that his mom is a badass.”
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