Harvey Weinstein Battles CML While Awaiting Retrial

Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer, is undergoing treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia while incarcerated at Rikers Island, awaiting a retrial on rape charges. His health issues include heart complications and diabetes. Weinstein's conviction was overturned due to an unfair trial.

Former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein is currently under treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia, as reported by NBC News. While imprisoned at Rikers Island, he faces retrial on rape charges after his previous conviction was overturned.

Weinstein's health has been declining, with issues such as diabetes, spinal stenosis, and heart complications. His legal healthcare representative, Craig Rothfeld, refused to comment on the specifics of his condition, citing privacy.

The conviction that ignited the #MeToo movement was removed by the New York Court of Appeals, which determined that improper testimony influenced the trial. Weinstein is awaiting a new trial while battling multiple health problems.

(With inputs from agencies.)