Lzzy Hale of Halestorm has shared her thoughts on the ongoing “Cornell 7” rape case that has been making headlines. She addressed not only those directly involved in the assault but also those who were informed through a group chat and failed to report it.

Prosecutors in New York have recently reopened an investigation into the alleged gang rape that reportedly occurred at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024, following the filing of a new civil lawsuit. While seven men are alleged to have participated in the assault, messages shared within a fraternity group chat indicated that other members were aware of the incident.

What Did Lzzy Hale Say in Response to the ‘Cornell 7’ Case?

In a post on her Instagram account, the Halestorm vocalist expressed her outrage over the actions of those directly involved in the assault and those who chose to remain silent after learning about it.

“If you are the kind of man who thinks it’s okay to reduce another human being to nothing more than something you can stick your d*ck into… there is something severely wrong with you. You are not a ‘promising young man,’ you are a sick monster that needs to be punished and prevented from having contact with other humans,” she stated.

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She continued, “And if you are the kind of man who stands idly by while witnessing a r*pe (yes, even if you saw it in a group chat, you are still a witness to that r*pe), and choose to do nothing/say nothing… you are NOT ‘the good guy’; you are an accessory to the sexual assault and also need to be brought to justice because we don’t want your kind walking among us either.”

The singer added, “And if you are in a position of power to hold these men accountable for their actions and do nothing, take their side, or let them off with a fucking ‘writing assignment,’ you should be stripped of your power and privilege of walking among us.”

Hale joins a growing list of celebrities who have used their platform to voice their outrage. Actresses Mariska Hargitay and Florence Pugh, actors Josh Gad and Hudson Williams, and politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have also publicly spoken out regarding the “Cornell 7” case.

What Did Nova Twins Say About Male Violence Toward Women?

While not directly addressing the Cornell 7 case, Nova Twins recently shared a message speaking out against the “epidemic of violence against women.”

In an Instagram post, they stated:

We’re living through an epidemic of violence against women. It makes us sick seeing the countless horrors women endure and the lack of justice or care that follows. No woman feels safe. When society and the law let men get away with harassment and abuse, the cycle continues.

We can’t go anywhere without scanning our surroundings for danger. We second guess every move and every interaction with a man, too often resorting to flattery just to get out of a threatening situation.

We’re sick of hearing, ‘She shouldn’t have gotten so drunk,’ ‘She shouldn’t have walked home at night,’ ‘She shouldn’t have worn that skirt.’ How about men shouldn’t fucking rape?

We rarely see men rally for women’s safety. Instead we hear, ‘Not all men.’ This won’t end until men take accountability.

If you’re a man reading this: you’re not a ‘nice guy’ if you turn a blind eye when your friends make violent, degrading comments. You’re not a nice guy if you make a woman uncomfortable and then say, ‘I’m only joking.’

Nice guys aren’t cowards. They call out violent behavior when they see it. They aren’t embarrassed to call themselves feminists. They walk away from friends who excuse this. And they stand up for ALL women, of every ethnicity and background.

If you’re really a man, stand up for women.

They captioned the post, “We invite all our male friends to speak up and stand with us.”

What Is the “Cornell 7” Case About?

A woman identified in legal documents as “Jane Doe” reported that on the night of October 19, 2024, she was allegedly raped by seven men from Cornell’s Chi Phi fraternity. At the time of the alleged incident, she was a 20-year-old undergraduate student.

The plaintiff claimed that she had left her sorority sisters on a walk home to visit a friend at the Chi Phi house. She alleges that she was intoxicated upon arriving at the house and was later subjected to additional drugging and rape while being unable to provide consent.

In her new civil lawsuit, she claims that following the incident, the university failed to protect her or impose suitable punishment on those involved. Afterward, it was revealed that those accused were asked to submit essays on what had happened; in some cases, this served as their primary form of punishment.

At the time of the incident, “temporary suspensions and other restrictive measures” were implemented by the university. Eventually, two of the men alleged to have been involved were expelled. The XI chapter of Chi Phi fraternity was also closed and has been barred from campus since 2024.

Another aspect of the case is that others were aware of the incident without directly participating. According to The BBC, prosecutors received images of fraternity Snapchat group conversations from Cornell University Police Department in November 2024.

The shared texts indicated that a “free” sexual encounter was taking place and listed its timing.

Why Is the Case Being Reopened?

According to The BBC, the prosecutor at the time concluded that based on Jane Doe’s statements to authorities, circumstances did not meet legal requirements for pursuing charges against those accused.

However, recent attention has been drawn to this case. Cornell’s newspaper editorial board named defendants in an article published on September 21 titled “Cornell Won’t, We Will.” This followed Jane Doe filing her civil lawsuit against Cornell University on September 16.

Cornell has stated they welcome a grand jury hearing and have pushed back against claims that they did not punish those involved. They have also agreed to allow an independent investigator to examine the case.

If you or someone you know is facing abuse, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website. A disclaimer on their site notes that if you’re concerned your Internet usage is being monitored, an alternative option is to call 800-799-SAFE (800-799-7233).

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