Halle Berry denies choking her son: 'I would never hurt my child'
Halle Berry has denied allegations from her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, that she physically abused their son during an argument, describing the event as simple play. The actress maintains that she would never harm her child and has raised concerns about Martinez's ability to address their son's behavioral needs, leading a judge to grant her ongoing control over his healthcare and education.
Actress Halle Berry has officially denied accusations made by her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, claiming she placed their thirteen-year-old son, Maceo, in a chokehold. Berry contends that the incident was merely roughhousing after she asked the child to stop a game, and she explicitly rejected claims of physical abuse or restricted breathing. The actress stated in court documents that she would never harm her child and identified herself as an advocate for domestic violence survivors, referencing past personal experiences with abuse. Beyond the physical allegations, Berry expressed concerns regarding Maceo's behavioral issues and criticized Martinez for allegedly failing to provide sufficient structure or professional support. She argues that her ex-husband's parenting approach is detrimental to their son's development, a charge which Martinez denies. A judge has ruled that Berry will maintain decision-making authority over Maceo's education and mental healthcare for the time being, with a follow-up hearing scheduled for October 16.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
