HOLLYWOOD - Egyptian film legend Omar Sharif has pleaded not guilty to attacking a parking attendant in a Beverly Hills court.
In a lawsuit filed in October, car valet Juan Anderson alleged the Dr. Zhivago star called him "a stupid Mexican" when the former refused to accept a 20 Euro note outside a Beverly Hills steak restaurant.
Anderson, who claims the 73-year-old actor punched him, is seeking $50,000 in civil penalties, unspecified damages and legal fees.
Sharif was not present in court on Tuesday, leaving his lawyer Martin Singer to enter a not guilty plea on his behalf.
Singer claims his client has been unfairly targeted by Anderson because of his fame.
A further hearing is scheduled in the new year.
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