Disgraced actor Armie Hammer has addressed a range of allegations during an appearance on "Piers Morgan Uncensored," including claims of sexual assault, cannibalism, and branding. Despite being dropped from several films and facing criminal investigations, Hammer maintains his innocence.
During an interview on "Piers Morgan Uncensored," Armie Hammer refuted allegations of cannibalism, addressing the controversial text messages that surfaced in 2021 and sparked outrage. "You know what you have to do to be a cannibal? You have to have actually eaten someone," Hammer stated bluntly to Morgan.
Regarding his former girlfriend Efrosina "Effie" Angelova's allegations of sexual assault, Hammer characterized their relationship as "a very intense affair — very sexually charged," acknowledging that their private conversations taken out of context could be misconstrued. He admitted to engaging in role-play and BDSM but denied any criminal acts.
Armie Hammer Breaks Silence on Cannibalism Claims, Sexual Assault Allegations
Another ex-girlfriend, Paige Lorenze, accused Hammer of branding her with a knife. However, Hammer downplayed the incident, describing it as a "small thing." He admitted to using a small point to trace the letter "A" on Lorenze's skin, but claimed there was no blood involved and that it was "along the lines of couples getting their own initials tattooed on each other."
Hammer's ex-wife, Elizabeth Chambers, filed for divorce in 2020, citing abuse, rape, and cannibalistic fantasy allegations. Despite the public fallout, Hammer maintains his innocence and insists that he is "broke" but "happier than ever."
Armie Hammer Breaks Silence on Cannibalism Claims, Sexual Assault Allegations
Hammer revealed that he attempted suicide before entering a rehabilitation center for drug and alcohol abuse. When asked if Robert Downey Jr. had paid for his treatment as rumored, Hammer responded hesitantly, saying, "No, he did not. He did not pay for me to go to rehab."
Downey has been open about his own struggles with addiction and has helped others in recovery. However, Hammer refused to elaborate on Downey's involvement in his situation, stating, "There are a number of people who have been extremely helpful, and I'm incredibly grateful."
Armie Hammer Breaks Silence on Cannibalism Claims, Sexual Assault Allegations
Regarding the criminal investigation into the rape allegations against him, Hammer denied any wrongdoing and stated that prosecutors had announced in May 2023 that he would not be charged with sexual assault.
Despite the allegations and subsequent loss of roles, Hammer remains hopeful for the future. "I'm going to keep marching forward," he said. "I'm not going to let this define me."
Armie Hammer Breaks Silence on Cannibalism Claims, Sexual Assault Allegations
However, Hammer's career has been severely impacted by the accusations. He has been dropped from several films, including "The Offer" and "Shotgun Wedding." He was also reportedly spotted selling timeshares in the Cayman Islands after leaving treatment.
The allegations against Hammer have also raised questions about the "dark, twisted legacy of the Hammer dynasty." A Discovery+ docuseries delved into the "deeply troubling accusations" against Hammer and his family's history.
Despite the controversy surrounding him, Hammer insists that he is innocent of the crimes he has been accused of and remains determined to rebuild his life.
