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George Clooney's Doc Exposes Ohio State Wrestling Abuse

6/17/2025

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"Surviving Ohio State," a gripping documentary by George Clooney, delves into the harrowing sexual abuse scandal of Ohio State's wrestling team, revealing the vulnerability of young male athletes. It raises alarming allegations against former assistant coach Jim Jordan and exposes the pervasive culture of silence and systemic exploitation that allowed such abuses to persist.

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Story summary

"Surviving Ohio State," a gripping documentary by George Clooney, delves into the harrowing sexual abuse scandal of Ohio State's wrestling team, revealing the vulnerability of young male athletes. It raises alarming allegations against former assistant coach Jim Jordan and exposes the pervasive culture of silence and systemic exploitation that allowed such abuses to persist.