Content Warning: This article discusses allegations of sexual assault.
Jane Wiedlin, guitarist for the iconic Los Angeles-based band the Go Go’s, has come forward with allegations against Rodney Bingenheimer, a renowned radio DJ and ex-proprietor of a club. In a recent exposé by Rolling Stone, which also features accounts from four other women, Wiedlin claims she was sexually assaulted by Bingenheimer as a teenager. According to her account, when she was around 15 and he approximately 27, Bingenheimer took her to a secluded area of his club, Rodney Bingenheimer’s English Disco in Los Angeles, and engaged in sexual misconduct. Wiedlin recounts being immobilized by shock during the incident, stating to Rolling Stone, “I was almost paralyzed with confusion and didn’t protest or resist.” Bingenheimer has not issued a response to these allegations.
The Rolling Stone piece also includes similar allegations from other women. This follows a lawsuit against Bingenheimer and the late Kim Fowley, lodged by Kari Krome of the Runaways, alleging sexual assault during her teenage years. One of the women involved has reportedly filed a police report in 2018 with the Los Angeles Police Department, which did not lead to charges. Wiedlin expressed her intention to support Krome by sharing her story, signaling solidarity.
Bingenheimer, who gained prominence as a rock DJ on KROQ from 1976 to 2017 and currently hosts a show on SiriusXM’s Underground Garage, has had a complex history with the Go-Go’s. Wiedlin acknowledges his early support of the band but condemns his actions, telling Rolling Stone, “He’s a reprehensible person, but he also played a part in our early success,” and reflecting on her conflicted feelings about that night and her youthful desire to be perceived as mature and attractive. She firmly states that regardless of her actions or intentions, what happened was unequivocally wrong and both illegal and immoral.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Jane Wiedlin Allegations
Who is Jane Wiedlin and what are her allegations against Rodney Bingenheimer?
Jane Wiedlin, the guitarist of the Los Angeles rock band the Go Go’s, has accused Rodney Bingenheimer, a well-known radio DJ and former club owner, of sexually assaulting her when she was a teenager. In a detailed report by Rolling Stone, which includes accounts from other women, Wiedlin claims Bingenheimer isolated her in a back room of his club and committed sexual misconduct.
What did Jane Wiedlin say about the incident?
Wiedlin told Rolling Stone that during the alleged incident, she felt frozen and unsure how to react, stating she did not protest or resist. She expressed regret and confusion over her inability to say no at the time, acknowledging her youthful desire to appear mature and attractive but emphasizing the illegality and immorality of Bingenheimer’s actions.
Has Rodney Bingenheimer responded to the allegations?
As of the report in Rolling Stone, Rodney Bingenheimer had not responded to the magazine’s request for comment regarding the allegations made by Jane Wiedlin and other women.
Are there other women who have made similar allegations against Bingenheimer?
Yes, the Rolling Stone report includes testimony from four other women who detailed similar experiences. Additionally, it follows a lawsuit where Kari Krome of the Runaways accused Bingenheimer and Kim Fowley of sexual assault during her teenage years.
What impact did Rodney Bingenheimer have on the Go-Go’s career?
Despite her allegations, Jane Wiedlin acknowledged in the Rolling Stone article that Rodney Bingenheimer played a significant role in the early exposure and success of the Go-Go’s. However, she expressed mixed feelings about this, labeling Bingenheimer as a “reprehensible person” while also recognizing his contribution to their career.
More about Jane Wiedlin Allegations
- Rolling Stone Report on Jane Wiedlin’s Allegations
- The Go Go’s Official Website
- Background on Rodney Bingenheimer
- Information on Sexual Assault Support (RAINN)
- Legal Perspectives on Sexual Assault Cases in the Entertainment Industry
- Kari Krome’s Lawsuit Details
- History of the Los Angeles Music Scene
- SiriusXM’s Underground Garage Channel
- Understanding the Impact of Sexual Assault Allegations in Media
