Abuses at ORF

More women accuse Roland Weißmann

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11.03.2026 16:13
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Following the first alleged victim of harassment by the already resigned ORF Director General, several women are said to have reported similar cases to the public broadcaster's whistleblower hotline.

The ORF employee who approached the foundation board with allegations of sexual harassment against Director General Roland Weißmann has set a real ball rolling.

Further alleged victims
According to information obtained by the "Krone" newspaper, another alleged victim has now contacted the public broadcaster's whistleblower system, which aims to uncover abuses and malpractice within the company. According to reports, even more women have spoken out against Weißmann.

Roland Weißmann has already resigned due to allegations of sexual harassment.
Roland Weißmann has already resigned due to allegations of sexual harassment.(Bild: Krone KREATIV/Andreas Tischler, stock.adobe.com)

When asked by the "Krone," the chairmen of the foundation board, Heinz Lederer (SPÖ) and Gregor Schütze (ÖVP), denied knowing of any other victims. The task force now entrusted with this case will hopefully shed some light on the matter soon.

Resignation on Sunday
ORF General Director Roland Weißmann resigned from his post on Sunday with immediate effect after 31 years with the company. The reason was allegations of sexual harassment of a female employee – which Weißmann denies via his lawyer. ORF veteran Ingrid Thurnher took over the post. 

No peace at Küniglberg
No peace at Küniglberg(Bild: APA/ROBERT JAEGER)

The allegations of "inappropriate behavior" date back to the beginning of his term in 2022. The employee who made the allegations is known to the foundation board. Weißmann categorically denied the allegations of sexual harassment, admitting only to a brief, consensual acquaintance prior to his election as director general. The employee is not believed to be a presenter or a well-known TV personality.

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