Actor Claims Prominent Director Demanded He Strip, Leading Agency to Fire Him
- Matthew Lawrence says an unnamed director involved in Marvel films asked him to undress during a meeting and take polaroids of himself.
- Lawrence says he was then dropped by his talent agency after refusing the director's demands.
- Lawrence argues there is a double standard in Hollywood, where men face more skepticism and less support when coming forward with accounts of sexual harassment and abuse.
- Lawrence cited the example of Terry Crews, who accused an agent of groping him but initially struggled to be believed.
- Lawrence's brother, Joey, said he has faced similar situations in his own career and lost out on roles as a result.