Annabella Sciorra reacts to Harvey Weinstein verdict that acquitted him on charges that he sexually assaulted her

Variety

Weinstein, whom a jury found guilty of third-degree rape and a criminal sexual act this morning, was acquitted on two counts of predatory sexual assault that centered on The Sopranos alum's testimony. “My testimony was painful but necessary,” the actress said in a statement. “I spoke for myself and with the strength of the 80-plus victims of Harvey Weinstein in my heart. While we hope for continued righteous outcomes that bring absolute justice, we can never regret breaking the silence. For in speaking truth to power we pave the way for a more just culture, free of the scourge of violence against women.”