A quiet collaboration on two film projects has erupted into a storm of accusations against actor Jeremy Renner. Filmmaker Yi Zhou alleges a pattern of disturbing behavior during and after a romantic relationship with the Avengers star, painting a starkly different picture than his public persona.
The allegations, detailed in a series of Instagram posts and shared with media outlets, center around unsolicited explicit images and what Zhou describes as aggressive and threatening conduct. What began as a professional connection in June quickly morphed into unwanted personal advances, according to Zhou.
Zhou claims Renner initiated contact with sexually explicit material, sending graphic content alongside messages questioning if it was “ok.” Despite her initial discomfort, she states he persuaded her of his sincerity, promising a long-term relationship. This initial hope, she now asserts, masked a disturbing pattern of behavior.
The situation reportedly escalated during a meeting at Renner’s home. Zhou alleges he consumed a bottle of wine and then subjected her to a two-hour tirade, leaving her fearing for her safety. She shared location data with her team, parents, and Disney colleagues, bracing for a potential confrontation.
Locked in a bathroom during the alleged outburst, Zhou reportedly texted colleagues, describing Renner as “violent” and “crazy.” Screenshots of these messages reveal the depth of her fear and desperation during the incident.
Further fueling the accusations are screenshots of WhatsApp exchanges where Zhou confronted Renner, accusing him of sending explicit images via apps and referring to him with harsh language. The exchanges reveal a rapidly deteriorating relationship marked by anger and resentment.
The fallout extended beyond the emotional distress. Zhou alleges that after she privately challenged Renner to respect her as a woman and a filmmaker, he threatened to contact immigration authorities. A screenshot appears to show a message stating, “Immigration will be notified of your…” the message abruptly cut off.
Adding another layer to the allegations, Zhou claims to have discovered she was not alone. She posted that another woman came forward alleging Renner cheated on her, suggesting a pattern of infidelity alongside the alleged abusive behavior.
Zhou states her decision to speak out was agonizing but necessary to protect her reputation and the integrity of her work. She expressed gratitude for the support of friends and colleagues, acknowledging the courage it took to share her story.
As of now, Renner and his representatives have not publicly responded to the allegations. The claims remain unverified, leaving a cloud of uncertainty surrounding the actor and the details of his alleged conduct.
