Harvey Weinstein Update: Sources Report Diabetes And Spinal Issues To Blame For Frail Appearance

Harvey Weinstein’s recent appearance in Manhattan court Friday had many curious about the disgraced film mogul’s frail and unstable appearance. A new report indicates that the 67-year-old, who is accused of numerous sexual assaults over the years, is suffering from diabetes and a spinal condition, which are contributing to his sickly appearance.

Page Six sources close to the former film producer say that Weinstein has been suffering from Type 2 diabetes, back problems, and other medical issued in recent years, all of which have escalated in severity since his arrest. The mogul’s health has been so poor that it necessitated a change in his house arrest ankle bracelet.

The initial bracelet that authorities fit Weinstein with a bulkier, single-piece monitoring device. The new device is a slimmer, two-piece model that separates the bracelet and signaling portions of the apparatus.

“The one-piece device was problematic for his leg and medical issues,” Donna Rotunno, Weinstein’s attorney, said.

On Friday, onlookers described Weinstein as looking “pale and enfeebled,” with thinning hair and a limp in his walk. His gait was described as “hobbling” and he used a cane to enter the Manhattan Supreme Court.

Weinstein’s trial begins on Jan. 6. He faces five counts of predatory sexual assault, criminal sex act and rape. He faces life in prison.

While he has been publicly accused of assault and misconduct by numerous women, he faces charges from three women.