Halle Berry's Daughter Nahla Files Court Declaration Denying Abuse Allegations Against Her Mother
Halle Berry's 18-year-old daughter Nahla Aubry has filed a court declaration denying allegations that her mother physically abused their 13-year-old son Maceo. Nahla stated she never witnessed violent behavior or racial slurs, describing Berry as a devoted parent. This follows a temporary restraining order granting ex-husband Olivier Martinez primary custody pending an October 16 hearing.
Key points
- Nahla Aubry, 18, filed a declaration in Los Angeles Superior Court stating she never witnessed her mother, Halle Berry, physically abuse her brother Maceo, 13.
- Olivier Martinez, Berry's ex-husband, filed a restraining order on October 1, claiming Berry choked Maceo during a September 26 altercation.
- A judge temporarily granted Martinez primary custody and restricted Berry to visitation twice a week and every other weekend until October 16.
- Nahla described Berry as a 'loving and devoted parent' who is strict but supportive, and denied any racially charged remarks by Berry.
- Berry's attorney, Marina Beck, called the filing 'entirely meritless' and requested the court reinstate a 50/50 custody agreement.
Background
This dispute follows the 2016 divorce of Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez. Recent coverage from our archive (2026-10-07 to 2026-10-08) confirms the filing of Nahla's declaration and the temporary custody order. The current briefing synthesizes new details from Page Six and InStyle regarding Nahla's specific statements and Berry's legal response.
How outlets are covering it
Page Six and InStyle emphasize Nahla's detailed denial of physical and racial abuse, highlighting her description of Berry as a hands-on mother. TMZ was inaccessible due to a 403 error. The Independent provided similar coverage but with less detail on the legal specifics. All sources agree on the core facts of the court filing and the temporary custody order.
Why it matters
The case highlights the ongoing legal and personal disputes between Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez regarding their son Maceo. The involvement of Nahla, Berry's daughter from a previous relationship, adds a new dimension to the custody battle, potentially influencing the October 16 hearing.
What to watch
The next hearing is scheduled for October 16, where the court will decide on custody arrangements. Berry's attorney has requested the reinstatement of a 50/50 custody agreement, while Martinez seeks sole custody.
- Halle Berry’s Daughter Nahla, 18, Responds to Child Abuse Allegations Against Her Mother in Strongly Worded Statement Yahoo News Singapore
- Halle Berry’s Ex Olivier Martinez Claims Actress Physically Abused Their 12-Year-Old Son, Requests Sole Custody People.com
- Halle Berry Says She's a DV Victim, Would Never Hurt Child TMZ
- Exclusive | Halle Berry's daughter Nahla, 18, addresses abuse claims against actress in rare statement: docs Page Six
- Halle Berry’s daughter Nahla defends her mom amid child abuse claims: ‘I have never seen her act violently’ The Independent
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