Kaja Sokola’s sister testifies she was unaware of any sexual assault following the alleged 2006 incident involving Weinstein.

In a significant turn during the ongoing sexual assault retrial of Harvey Weinstein, Ewa Sokola, the estranged sister of accuser Kaja Sokola, provided testimony that cast doubt on her sister’s claims. Ewa Sokola recounted observing her sibling’s demeanor after a 2006 meeting with Weinstein in a Tribeca hotel room. Notably, Ewa reported that Kaja appeared “extremely tense” upon her return but insisted that nothing about the encounter indicated that Weinstein had sexually assaulted her.

Ewa testified that she only learned of Kaja’s accusations against Weinstein when she read about them in a 2022 article published by Media News Source. Her reaction to discovering the allegations was one of shock, particularly as Kaja had previously expressed pride in her association with Weinstein, an assertion backed by Ewa’s observation that Kaja invited her to the meeting because of that admiration.

Describing her sister’s mood following the meeting, Ewa stated that Kaja seemed anxious and apprehensive. She likened her sister’s demeanor to someone awaiting the results of an examination—indicative of a mix of excitement and dread, rather than a state associated with trauma. This testimony raises questions about Kaja’s narrative of the events that transpired during her time with Weinstein.

Kaja Sokola, who began her modeling career at age 14 and has aspirations of transitioning into acting, corroborated her sister’s observations as she took the stand later. Her testimony marked a notable moment in the retrial, as it was the first time her allegations were presented in an open courtroom setting. Kaja claims that Weinstein first sexually assaulted her in his Soho apartment when she was 16 and that the current charges pertain to a separate incident in May 2006.

This trial unfolded in Manhattan’s Supreme Court, now entering its third week. A pivotal aspect of the case involves allegations from multiple women, including Kaja and Miriam Haley, another accuser whose testimony has already been delivered. The ongoing trial breathes new life into the discussions surrounding sexual misconduct in the film industry and continues to attract considerable public and media scrutiny.

Prosecutors have drawn attention to the inconsistencies in witness testimony, seeking clarity on Kaja’s behavior both during and after her encounter with Weinstein. Ewa emphasized that her sister had not disclosed any information suggesting that she had been assaulted. This detail was underscored during cross-examination, where Ewa confirmed that had she observed distress, she would have questioned her sister further.

The retrial has emerged as a critical juncture in addressing the legal ramifications of Weinstein’s alleged actions and reflects broader societal concerns about accountability for sexual misconduct. As the courtroom drama unfolds, the implications of the testimonies will likely resonate far beyond the trial itself, influencing ongoing conversations regarding the treatment of girls and women in the entertainment industry.