Andrew Tate, the controversial internet personality known for his misogynistic views, was recently denied release from Romanian custody where he faces charges of organized crime, human trafficking, and rape. The news comes as disturbing text messages and voice notes allegedly sent by Tate to an accuser in 2015 have surfaced, shedding light on his disturbing behavior towards women.
Vice World News published the messages, which include graphic descriptions of sexual violence and coercion. In one voice note, Tate can allegedly be heard saying, “Am I a bad person? Because the more you didn’t like it the more I enjoyed it. I fucking loved how much you hated it, turned me on.”
These revelations paint a chilling picture of Tate’s attitude towards women and align with the serious accusations levied against him in Romania. Prosecutors allege that Tate, his brother Tristan, and two female associates coerced six women into performing in pornography under the pretense of romantic relationships. The alleged victims were subjected to physical and psychological abuse, including threats and constant surveillance.
This is not Tate’s first encounter with the law. In 2015, he was arrested in the United Kingdom after another woman accused him of sexual assault and physical abuse. She provided investigators with a voice recording and WhatsApp messages allegedly sent by Tate, containing violent threats and admissions of assault.
One message read, “Are you seriously so offended I strangled you a little bit? You didn’t fucking pass out…chill the F out Jesus Christ I thought you were cool, what’s wrong with you.” Another message, allegedly sent by Tate, read, “I love raping you.”
Despite these serious allegations, the case was dropped by UK prosecutors in 2019. However, the Romanian investigation continues, and Tate remains in custody following his arrest in late December 2022. Authorities recently searched seven of his properties, gathering further evidence to support their case.
Romanian prosecutors can request an extension of Tate’s detention from 30 to 180 days. The emergence of the disturbing messages and voice recordings from 2015 strengthens the prosecution’s case, potentially impacting the judge’s decision on Tate’s continued detention.
As the investigation unfolds, the world watches, grappling with the disturbing allegations against Andrew Tate and the culture of misogyny he represents.
