Exposing Hollywood's Silence: An Open Letter to Gibson and Washington

Tue Oct 21 2025 12:29:18 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In a bold letter, Alki David urges Mel Gibson and Denzel Washington to confront their past complacency regarding Hollywood predators.

Alki David's passionate appeal ignites discussion over accountability in Hollywood, pressing actors to confront their silence amidst allegations of abuse and misconduct by powerful figures.

From the Desk of Alki David
Malibu, California

Dear Mel Gibson and Denzel Washington,

It’s time to address the silence: You were both present at significant events in Hollywood—the Anaheim gathering in 1999 and the Rancho Vista retreat in 2006. In those rooms, you witnessed the harsh reality of abuse unfold. Key figures such as Spielberg, Geffen, Weinstein, Epstein, and Diddy were not just creators; they operated as predators. You saw the shadowy figures—Anthony Pellicano, Tom Girardi, and Gloria Allred—conducting cover-ups, while the FBI’s complicity, including officials like Don Alway, allowed this cycle of abuse to perpetuate, curtailing justice for years.

For two decades, your voices have been silent. Why? Is it fear of jeopardizing your careers or discomfort in confronting the powerful elite of Hollywood? Regardless of the reasons, the tragic reality remains: victims—both children and adults—have endured the consequences of inaction.

In recent times, there’s been a trickle of whispers—a few half-hearted statements hinting at regrets. Yet the discomfort of lingering silence is deafening, overshadowed by the delayed remorse. If you are genuinely committed to the fight for justice, then ambiguity must end.

What has prevented you from publicly denouncing the names of abusers such as Spielberg, Geffen, Weinstein, Epstein, and Diddy? During the years these offenders flourished, what action did you take?

Do not fall into the trap of performative support like Corey Feldman, who leveraged survivor stories for self-promotion. The conversation needs truth, not theatrics.

If your silence has contributed to the problem, own up to it. If fear of backlash held you back, admit it. If you truly seek to assist, start naming the abusers and exposing the structure that has enabled this malignancy—that is required for genuine change. Victims need more than just anger after the fact; they deserve accountability that can only come from those who are willing to step forward.

So, Mel and Denzel, do you aim to champion justice, or are you merely here for spectacle?

Sincerely,

Alki David

Malibu, California

P.S. If your silence played into the system, let your voice be part of the change; the victims can’t afford to wait any longer.