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Published 08:54 03 Jun 2026 GMT
Former How I Met Your Mother actor Nick Pasqual has been sentenced to 32 years to life in prison after stabbing his ex-girlfriend multiple times.
On Tuesday (May 2), the 36-year-old was convicted of attempted murder, rape, first-degree residential burglary, domestic violence offences, and related charges stemming from the May 2024 attack on special effects makeup artist Allie Shehorn.
Prosecutors said Pasqual broke into Shehorn's home in Sunland, Los Angeles, during the early hours of the morning and stabbed her more than 20 times before fleeing the scene and attempting to make his way toward Mexico.
Authorities later arrested him at a US Border Patrol checkpoint in Sierra Blanca, Texas.
During the trial, Shehorn, who has worked on productions including Babylon, Mean Girls, and Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire, delivered emotional testimony about the night she was attacked.
"I locked the door, and he just started punching holes in that door and broke that open," she recalled, per Metro. "I just ran into the bathroom because I thought there's another lock on that door," she added.
Jurors also heard that the makeup artist had previously obtained a restraining order against the actor before the brutal stabbing.
Court documents reportedly alleged that he had earlier assaulted her with a belt, broken down doors inside their home, and later raped and choked her in April 2024.
Following the sentencing, Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman praised Shehorn for helping secure the conviction.
"Today’s 32 years to life sentence holds Nick Pasqual accountable for the horrific crimes he committed against someone who once loved and trusted him," Hochman said. "Allie Shehorn miraculously survived and courageously stood before her abuser in court to testify about the brutality she endured."
He also described the victim impact statement she delivered during sentencing as "powerful".
The case had previously been condemned by former Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón, who called the attack "a stark reminder of the dangers of domestic violence."
"My thoughts and heartfelt sympathies are with the victim in this horrific incident," Gascón said.
"Our office, including our Bureau of Victim Services, extends our support and resources to her as she embarks on the long and difficult journey of healing from both the physical and emotional trauma inflicted upon her.
"This heinous incident is a stark reminder of the dangers of domestic violence. We will ensure that the individual responsible for this egregious act is held accountable for their actions."
The attack left Shehorn with extensive injuries and long-term health complications.
Reports said she required breathing tubes and feeding tubes while recovering in the hospital, while friends launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover medical expenses.
"Every day is different, and it's a struggle, and just dealing with the permanent damage is really hard. I can't go back completely to how I was," she revealed.
She also disclosed that she suffered partial vision loss and had not regained full feeling in her hands.
The horror of the attack was also described by Shehorn's roommate, Christine White, who said she discovered her friend "bleeding out" inside the home.
"This is not the kind of thing that should happen to anybody. You don't think this is ever going to happen to you," White said.
"I found her and I had to go into the bedroom where it happened... that wasn't a pretty sight."
The disgraced actor has since released a statement through representatives to Entertainment Weekly, saying he remains focused on "sobriety, recovery, accountability, and a respectful appellate process moving forward".
"I remain deeply saddened by everything surrounding this case, and I continue to wish healing and peace for everyone affected," he said.
Pasqual is currently appealing the ruling.
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