Actor Nick Pasqual, whose credits include a role on How I Met Your Mother, was convicted of the attempted murder of his ex-girlfriend, Hollywood makeup artist Allie Shehorn.
Following a jury trial, Pasqual, 36, was also found guilty on Friday, May 8, of injuring a spouse or partner, first-degree burglary and rape, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing court documents.
Prosecutors said Pasqual stabbed Shehorn multiple times inside her home in the Shadow Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles in May 2024. He attempted to flee California but was stopped at a border checkpoint in Sierra Blanca, Texas.
Shehorn testified against Pasqual during his trial. She said she had broken up with him after the relationship turned abusive and also took out a restraining order against the actor before the attack.
Taking the stand, the makeup artist — whose credits include Babylon and Rebel Moon — detailed a fight between her and Pasqual before they broke up.
“I locked the door, and he just started punching holes in that door and broke that open, and I just ran into the bathroom because I thought there’s another lock on that door,” Shehorn said.
Pasqual could face a maximum sentence of life in state prison when he is sentenced on June 2.
Following the attack, Shehorn’s friends created a GoFundMe page to raise money for her medical expenses.
In a Saturday, May 9, update, one of the organizers of the fundraiser, Emily MacDonald, addressed Friday’s verdict.
“Yesterday, May 8, after more than two years of waiting, Nick was found guilty on all 6 counts, including first-degree attempted murder,” MacDonald wrote. “There are truly no words to fully express our gratitude to the two incredible Deputy District Attorneys, Sam and Chelsea, who worked tirelessly to bring Nick to justice. Their dedication, compassion, and persistence throughout this entire process meant more to us than we can say.”
“This verdict does not erase the trauma or the long road of recovery ahead, but it is an important step toward accountability and healing,” MacDonald added. “To everyone who has supported Allie through this journey — whether through donations, messages, prayers, or simply standing by us — thank you. Your support has carried us through some of the darkest moments of the last two years. This community and every person who showed up for us has meant more than we could ever express. From visiting Allie in the hospital, to helping with her recovery, connecting us with resources, donating to the GoFundMe, and showing up in court — I cannot express how much each and every one of you has helped us get to this day.”
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.
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