Harvey Weinstein Slams Adrien Brody for ‘Arrogant’ Oscars Speech and Relationship with His Ex-Wife

Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has spoken out after Adrien Brody made a surprising reference to his children during an Oscars acceptance speech, adding fuel to an already controversial situation. The former producer, currently serving a lengthy prison sentence, did not hold back in his response, calling Brody “arrogant, condescending, and disrespectful.”

The unexpected drama unfolded when Brody, an Academy Award-winning actor, casually mentioned Weinstein’s kids while addressing the audience. To make matters even more personal, Brody has also been romantically linked to Weinstein’s ex-wife, a relationship that has raised eyebrows in Hollywood circles.

Weinstein, who rarely speaks publicly since his downfall, wasted no time expressing his outrage, accusing Brody of using his name for attention and disrespecting his family. His statement, released through his legal team, paints Brody as a self-important figure exploiting an already tragic situation for personal gain.

Speaking from behind bars, Weinstein was reportedly livid about Brody’s remarks and even more so about his relationship with his former spouse.

"Adrien Brody has always had an inflated sense of self-importance," Weinstein’s statement read. "His arrogance knows no bounds, and now he thinks he has the right to drag my family into his self-congratulatory moment on stage. It's disgusting."

The statement continued, making it clear that Weinstein believes Brody's words were not just careless but deliberately insulting.

"Bringing up my kids at the Oscars, in front of millions, is not only inappropriate but cruel," he added. "He has no respect, no boundaries. And as for his relationship with my ex-wife? That just proves how little integrity he has."

While Brody’s Oscars speech was largely praised, the mention of Weinstein’s children caught many off guard. It was an unusual moment, and some even questioned why Brody felt the need to make the reference.

Weinstein's reaction suggests that he saw the mention as a personal jab rather than a mere slip of the tongue. Given Brody’s romantic involvement with Weinstein’s ex-wife, the situation becomes even more complex.

The disgraced producer sees this as a betrayal, adding another layer to his deep resentment toward the actor.

Weinstein’s former wife, a fashion designer and well-respected public figure, distanced herself from him completely following his downfall. Her decision to cut ties with him was swift, and she has since rebuilt her life.

Brody’s involvement with her, however, has reignited tensions. Though their relationship has not been the subject of widespread public scrutiny, Weinstein clearly views it as an ultimate sign of disrespect.

"A man with any sense of morality would never do this," Weinstein’s statement continued. "He preaches about honor and respect in Hollywood, yet he turns around and pursues a relationship with the mother of my children? That says everything you need to know about Adrien Brody."

The controversy has set off a ripple effect in Hollywood, with some insiders weighing in on Weinstein’s furious response. While many in the industry have long since cut ties with him, his words still make headlines.

Some argue that Weinstein has no right to be outraged given his own history, while others acknowledge that bringing up his children in an Oscars speech was indeed an odd choice.

"Adrien Brody probably didn’t think it would blow up like this," one Hollywood source said. "But mentioning Weinstein’s kids and then dating his ex? That’s asking for drama."

Though Weinstein’s fall from grace is undeniable, he still holds some influence when it comes to character assassinations. By branding Brody as “arrogant, condescending, and hypocritical,” he has now planted a seed of controversy around the actor.

Many in the industry have known Brody as an intense, method-acting type, but Weinstein’s statement paints a much more negative image—one of someone who overestimates his importance and disregards personal boundaries.

“Adrien likes to think of himself as above it all,” another Hollywood insider claimed. “But if he truly were, he wouldn’t have gotten involved in all this mess.”

Brody has yet to respond publicly to Weinstein’s comments, but given the backlash, he may soon have to address the issue. Whether he apologizes, clarifies his remarks, or ignores the controversy altogether remains to be seen.

As for Weinstein, his fury from behind bars is unlikely to have a major impact on Hollywood's perception of Brody. But it does serve as a reminder that even disgraced figures can still stir up drama in the industry.

One thing is clear—this is yet another bizarre and unexpected chapter in Hollywood’s never-ending web of controversy, power struggles, and personal feuds.