Julio Iglesias Denies Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking Allegations Amid Legal Proceedings

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has categorically denied accusations of sexual assault and human trafficking made by two former employees. The allegations, brought forward in a complaint filed on January 5, 2026, accuse Iglesias of abusive working conditions, sexual harassment, forced labor, and physical assault between January and October 2021. The two women, aged 22 and 28 at the time, worked at Iglesias' residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.

Iglesias, in a statement posted on Instagram, described the charges as "absolutely false," expressing deep sadness and insisting, "I deny having abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman." He condemned the accusations as malicious and asserted his intention to defend his dignity against these serious claims.

Support organizations Women's Link Worldwide and Amnesty International advocate for the two women, who have been granted protected witness status by Spanish authorities. According to these groups, the allegations include potential human trafficking for forced labor and sexual offenses, with one woman alleging incidents of sexual aggression that might constitute rape. A joint press conference confirmed that the plaintiffs are scheduled to testify in court, with prior investigations by media outlets highlighting the severity of the accusations.

The case continues to develop as legal proceedings approach, with Iglesias maintaining his innocence amidst growing public scrutiny.