Gisèle Pelicot Speaks

February 15, 2026

TL;DR

Gisèle Pelicot discovered her husband, Dominique, had been drugging her for years to allow dozens of men to rape her.
Dominique Pelicot was arrested for filming women in a supermarket, which led to the discovery of evidence of the rapes.
Gisèle chose to reveal her identity for an open trial, stating, 'Shame Has to Change Sides'.
The trial resulted in the conviction of 51 men, with Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years.
Pelicot's story is seen as a message of hope, demonstrating that one can rise above extreme hardship and choose happiness.

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