In February 2018, during a visit to Bucharest, Lauren Southern, a Canadian right-wing political figure, alleges that Andrew Tate, a British-American kickboxer, assaulted her in a hotel room while she was under the influence of alcohol. These claims, detailed in her newly released memoir “This Is Not Real Life,” have ignited further scrutiny of Tate's controversial public persona, which has faced multiple allegations of misconduct over the years.
Southern, who attained notoriety for her provocative content addressing immigration and feminism, previously viewed Tate as a potential investor in her online endeavors. However, she reveals in her memoir that their encounter turned violent, alleging that Tate choked her during the incident. In support of her claims, Southern provided The New York Times with a hospital report from Toronto where she sought treatment shortly after the alleged assault took place.
The report, dated February 28, 2018, documents an encounter in which Southern reportedly described being assaulted by a 30-year-old male in Romania. Although the hospital has stated it cannot confirm the particulars of the report due to patient confidentiality, Southern's story is backed by testimony from two individuals who were present on the trip. They confirmed that Southern shared details of her alleged assault with them the following morning.
As this narrative unfolds, Tate’s attorney has publicly denounced Southern's allegations, stating that she is lying. This latest revelation adds another layer to Tate's already contentious relationship with the public, as both figures navigate the storm of controversy surrounding abuse and domination in the online world.
