Ary Abittan case: after a court decision, his message full of innuendos for a symbolic date

The Paris Court of Appeal confirmed the dismissal of charges for Ary Abittan on Thursday, January 30, 2025. The day after this decision, the actor shared a strong message on Instagram.

© Jacovides-Moreau/Bestimage Ary Abittan – Celebrities in the village of the French Open Tennis at Roland Garros 2019 in Paris. May 29, 2019 © Jacovides – Moreau/Bestimage

IN BRIEF

• Ary Abittan was found innocent on April 3, 2024 by the Paris Court of Appeal after accusations of rape dating back to November 2021.
• On January 30, 2025, the Court of Appeal confirmed the dismissal of the case despite the complainant's appeal, allowing Ary Abittan to resume his career.
• Discover how Ary Abittan celebrates his return to the stage despite controversies and protests.

Ary Abittan can now move on. In November 2021, the actor was indicted for rape following accusations from a former girlfriend. After many months of investigation, he was however found innocent on April 3, 2024. Indeed, the Paris Court of Appeal ruled a dismissal in this case. 

Following this court decision, the plaintiff's lawyer appealed. On Thursday, January 30, 2025, the Paris Court of Appeal, however, confirmed the dismissal. A real victory for the father. “From now on, there is no room for doubt about my client's innocence” his lawyer, Caroline Toby, also reacted.

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Ary Abittan celebrates his birthday after the dismissal

Ary Abittan did not speak publicly after the confirmation of the dismissal. However, on Friday, January 31, he posted a video on Instagram to celebrate a symbolic date. “51 years old today! And still the same desire to laugh, share and find those who matter”, he indicated in the caption of the video where he blows out a candle.

The actor from What did we do to the Good Lord then went on to thank his fans for their support. “Thank you all for your messages, your support, your presence, whether near or far. You are my greatest energy. Looking forward to seeing you soon… and especially on stage! Thank you for everything”, he concluded. A message that therefore suggests that he intends to resume the course of his life.

The actor has decided to return to the stage

After the rape accusations, Ary Abittan was forced to put his career on hold. Although he remained silent for many months, the court decision last April motivated him à back on stage. The resumption of his shows has however triggered the anger of feminist associations, including the collective #NousToutes.

Despite the demonstrations to cancel certain dates, the comedian has shown himself determined to continue his career. At the beginning of the year, he thus indicated wish “continue to share strong, true and full of life moments” to his fans. A project that should come to fruition with the confirmation of his dismissal.