Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 14, 2025 · Entertainment

Romance or Rumor? Jared Leto and Sofia Boutella Hike Sparks Speculation

Jared Leto was joined by old friend Sofia Boutella as he ventured out for a coastal hike in Malibu on Monday morning

Scandal Rocks Hollywood: Jared Leto Embroiled in Shocking Allegations of Inappropriate Behavior

The sun-kissed streets of Malibu were not enough to distract from the drama surrounding Oscar-winning actor Jared Leto, 53, as he embarked on a coastal hike with old friend Sofia Boutella, 43. The unlikely duo's carefree stroll was marred by whispers of a more sinister nature - a long-buried scandal that has finally come to light.

Leto's reputation took a hit this week as multiple women came forward with allegations of inappropriate behavior, some of which date back over two decades. Among them is Allie Teilz, a 30-year-old DJ who claims Leto assaulted her when she was just 17. Teilz revealed the disturbing encounter on Instagram, recalling how Leto "knew" her age but didn't care, describing his actions as "predatory, terrifying, and unacceptable."

Leto walked arm-in-arm with the Algerian actress as they made the most of their picturesque surrounds in the upscale Californian enclave

The shocking allegations have sent shockwaves through Tinseltown, with some even suggesting that these claims have been circulating in hushed tones within the industry for years. "It's been an open secret for a long time," one insider revealed to TheScholarlyNote.com.

Another woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, recounted her encounter with Leto at Urth Caffé in 2006 when she was just 16. She claimed that Leto approached her and they exchanged numbers, leading to late-night conversations that quickly turned sexual. "He asked me questions like 'Have you ever had a boyfriend?' and 'Have you ever sucked a d*?'," the woman alleged.

Model Laura La Rue, 33, also came forward with her own disturbing account of meeting Leto at a Yes! on Prop Two animal rights benefit in 2008. She claimed that despite knowing her age, Leto still asked for her number and later invited her to his Los Angeles home, where he would "flirt" and "tease" her.

The pair appeared to be inseparable, with Boutella wrapping an arm around the Oscar-winner's waist while walking close to Malibu beach

La Rue's allegations took an even darker turn when she revealed that Leto walked into the room she was in while completely naked. "I thought maybe this was just what adult men do," La Rue said, still trying to make sense of the experience.

Leto's representatives have denied all the women's accounts, claiming they contain nothing sexual or inappropriate and pointing out that one of the accusers even applied to work as Leto's personal assistant at some point. However, these denials seem to be doing little to quell the growing controversy surrounding the actor.

Meanwhile, Leto was spotted strolling through Malibu with Sofia Boutella, whose last known relationship ended in 2018. Their intimate body language during their hike hinted at more than just friendship, leaving many wondering if they're secretly dating or simply trying to keep a low profile amidst the scandal.

Leto has been forced to deny unsavoury allegations of inappropriate behaviour from nine different women - including teenage girls

TheScholarlyNote.com reached out to Leto's representatives for comment but received no response. As this scandal continues to unfold, one thing is certain: Jared Leto's reputation has taken a serious hit, and it remains to be seen how he'll navigate these treacherous waters.

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DJ Allie Teilz (R, with Alfie Allen)) recently claimed she was assaulted and traumatised by Leto when she was 17-years old