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Jeremy Renner Accused of Threatening ICE Action by Filmmaker Yi Zhou

Chinese filmmaker Yi Zhou has accused actor Jeremy Renner, 54, of threatening to involve U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a confrontation over alleged misconduct.

Allegations Made Public

Zhou, 34, shared her accusations in a series of Instagram posts and an interview with the Daily Mail. She claimed Renner initially sent her unsolicited explicit images via direct message and WhatsApp in June 2025. Their communication allegedly grew into a romantic relationship, leading Zhou to invite him to collaborate on two film projects, including a documentary titled Chronicles of Disney.

Incident at Reno Home

During a meeting at Renner’s home in Reno, Nevada, on August 20, Zhou said the actor became intoxicated and "angrily yelled for two hours." Fearful for her safety, she locked herself in a room. Text messages exchanged with colleagues that night, obtained by the Daily Mail, reveal her distress and concern.

Threat of ICE Involvement

"After confronting Renner privately about his behavior, he threatened to ‘call immigration/ICE’ on me," Zhou stated, adding that this threat "deeply shocked and frightened" her.

Summary

These serious allegations against a prominent actor highlight tensions involving personal and professional conduct, with Zhou expressing distress over threats involving immigration authorities.

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The Express Tribune The Express Tribune — 2025-11-07

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