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Actor Danny Masterson and Church of Scientology face harassment lawsuit

The Church of Scientology, known for its celebrity members and questionable recruitment practices, is facing another scandal.

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KCRW placeholderBy Barbara Bogaev • Aug 15, 2019 • 1 min read

The Church of Scientology, known for its celebrity members and questionable recruitment practices, is facing another scandal. Four women have filed suit against the church, alleging they were stalked and intimidated after claiming that actor and Scientologist Danny Masterson sexually assaulted them. Masterson is also named in the suit.

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