In a recent update on the legal proceedings involving Marilyn Manson, it has been revealed that the controversial rocker has completed 20 hours of community service. This comes months after he was sentenced for allegedly blowing his nose on a camerawoman during a concert in New Hampshire back in 2019.
According to a source close to his legal team, Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, fulfilled his community service hours with the Windsor Club of Glendale. The club is known for renting space to Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon. A certificate of completion was filed by the Assistance League of Los Angeles in a New Hampshire court on January 30, confirming Manson's compliance.
In September of last year, Manson was fined over $1,400, with $200 suspended as part of the agreement, and he was also sentenced to 20 hours of community service. Additionally, he was required to avoid any further arrests and inform local police if he were to perform in New Hampshire.
The sentencing came after Manson pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor simple assault charge in July. As part of the negotiated plea, the prosecutor dropped a second misdemeanor simple assault charge against him.
The alleged incident occurred during Manson's Hell Never Dies tour with Rob Zombie at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in 2019. As reported by the Associated Press, based on a police affidavit, Manson walked over to videographer Susan Fountain and allegedly spat a 'big lougee' at her. Later in the show, he is said to have blown his nose in her direction, while video footage reportedly showed him pointing and laughing as she walked away.
Subsequently, Fountain pressed charges against Manson, and in September, she submitted a statement that was read aloud in court. Her statement described the incident as 'the most disgusting thing a human being has ever done.'
The alleged assault gained public attention when the Gilford Police Department issued an arrest warrant for Manson in May 2021. Three concert attendees, including a security guard, came forward and claimed to have witnessed Manson spitting and 'shooting his snot' at the camerawoman.
Manson's attorney defended the singer, stating that the misdemeanor claim was pursued after the camerawoman demanded $35,000 for damage to her camera equipment. The attorney pointed out that Manson's on-stage behavior is known to be provocative, especially in front of cameras. He labeled the claim as 'ludicrous' and emphasized their commitment to cooperating with the authorities.
While Manson has now fulfilled his community service obligation, the legal ramifications of the alleged incident are far from over. It remains to be seen how this case will proceed and whether any further actions will be taken. The controversy surrounding Marilyn Manson continues to captivate public interest and underscores the complexities of the legal system when it intersects with high-profile individuals.
