Bill Cosby has — more or less — broken his silence on the allegations of sexual abuse that have piled up on him.
http://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/news/bill-cosby-breaks-silence-amid-allegations-black-media-should-stay-neutral/ar-BBgMJqY
The Hollywood Reporter link isn’t very long, as Cosby didn’t talk long to the New York Post reporter interviewing him. He made a reference to his lawyer not wanting him to speak to the media.
The allegations are serious and, to be quite candid, are sounding more believable with each new alleged victim coming forward. The most notable accuser has been supermodel Beverly Johnson, who has accused Cosby of drugging her and having his way with her.
My major source of skepticism about all of this centers on the length of time that has passed since these alleged incidents occurred. Moreover, Cosby’s never been charged with a crime.
Still, in the comments that have come forward, eitherĀ from Cosby himself or from his legal team, I am still waiting to hear or read the “magic words” from the accused.
They are: “I did not commit these acts.”
It troubles me terribly that Cosby hasn’t declared categorically in public that these alleged acts never occurred. It also troubles me, if it’s the case, that his lawyers might have instructed him to keep quiet on that specific point.
The silence from this entertainment icon is speaking volumes. Maybe I’m justĀ hearing things, so to speak.
My goodness, I hope that’s the case. I am fearing the worst.