Bill Cosby has been found guilty by a California jury of sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger, a former waitress, back in 1972.
A judge has ordered him to pay $19.25 million in damages. This is the latest in a long line of legal troubles for the former star, who served three years in prison for assaulting Andrea Constand before being released less than five years ago.
Cosby was once called “America’s Dad” and was one of the richest television stars.
He made a fortune from The Cosby Show, commercials, comedy albums and his Fat Albert project.
At his peak, he was worth around $300-$400 million and amassed expensive art and property with his wife, Camille.
Now his money is down a lot as reports say he is worth around $200 million, mostly from real estate and art, and he has struggled with taxes and mortgage payments.
Cosby’s history of abuse allegations goes back decades, and more than 60 women have accused him of sexual assault.
The topic gained a lot of attention in 2014 when comedian Hannibal Buress mentioned it during a stand-up show.
His cases attracted widespread attention again during the #MeToo movement, and some civil lawsuits against him are still ongoing.
This latest verdict adds another chapter to the downfall of a once beloved star.
