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French actor, pop idol Patrick Bruel accused of rape by many women

French actor and pop idol Patrick Bruel is accused of rape by TV presenter Flavie Flament. The alleged assault took place when she was 16. He denies the allegations.

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French actor, pop idol Patrick Bruel accused of rape by many womenFrench actor and pop idol Patrick Bruel is accused of rape by TV presenter Flavie Flament. The alleged assault took place when she was 16. He denies the allegations.
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