Ezra Miller addressed the claims that they behaved inappropriately with a 12-year-old, denying all allegations against them and slamming the harassment order, which was dropped.
Miller, who identifies as nonbinary and uses they/them pronouns, posted a statement on Saturday on their Instagram account to respond. “I’m encouraged by today’s outcome and very grateful at this moment to everyone who has stood beside me and sought to ensure that this egregious misuse of the protective order system was halted,” they said.
Miller continued to criticize the protective order against them saying that they, “are meant to provide safety for individuals, families, and children who are in danger. They are not meant to be used as weapons by those seeking attention or fleeting tabloid fame or some sort of personal vengeance when there are people in true and dire need of these services.”
The actor specifically stated that they feel that they’ve, “been unjustly and directly targeted by an individual who the facts have shown has a history of such manipulative and destructive actions.”
Miller blasted the media for, “recklessly spreading false claims and failing to accurately report the truth and context of this story, to hold themselves to a higher standard and take the time to find the facts, rather than chasing the clicks.”
Miller ended the statement by speaking about how they are doing despite the allegations.
“On a personal note, I want everyone to know that I am continuing to do my best to preserve my own wellness and what I can to reserve the collateral damage this ordeal has brought upon me and those close to me,” they wrote. “Finally, to all you many beings in this world who have had the enormous courage to see me through it all and make it here with me – I will spend a long time trying to explain to you what it has meant to have your support. You have my undying gratitude, admiration, and love.”
Miller did not have any criminal charges filed against them. The protective order was filed in June 2022 by Shannon Guin, and it was lifted by the Massachusetts Greenfield District Court.
Marissa Elkins, Miller’s lawyer, additionally issued a statement regarding Miller on Friday. She called the allegations “untrue” and stated that Miller was always in the presence of other adults when with the child.
“Frustratingly for Ezra, Guin lodged her false allegations at a time when Ezra was struggling with significant mental health issues, and was unable to come to court to defend themself against the spurious claims made by this individual.”
She continued to write, “Had Ezra been able to appear in court last year and share the truth about their very limited interactions with Ms. Guin, I am confident the original order would have never been issued.”
Miller has had many legal troubles in the past, including multiple arrests, for trespassing, theft, assault and harassment.
