Silvio Berlusconi is now accused of consorting with multiple prostitutes — but he says his steady lady-friend would never allow that kind of behavior.
According to the BBC, prosecutors now say Berlusconi paid for sex with not just one, but a “significant number” of young prostitutes — and since paying a prostitute under 18 is illegal in Italy, that’s a serious matter. Here’s a little breakdown of what investigators say Berlusconi did, versus his side of the story:
Berlusconi: He may have helped some ladies “with their homes, medical care and schooling for their children, but there was never any connection between money and sexual performances.”
Prosecutors: Showgirl-turned-dentist-turned-political-official Nicole Minetti procured numerous young prostitutes for Berlusconi, whom he then supported by putting them up in apartments he owned.