In all of the pictures, it's quite clear he isn't just "being respectful", he is making sure his open hand is clearly visible in every pic. It is ABSOLUTELY about the #MeToo crap, and he doesn't want to lose his career over some bimbo claiming he groped her. It's the same reason men are refusing to meet one-on-one with women in business.
Exactly. The feminist terrorists - I use the term precisely - in Hollywood would dearly love to tack his hide to a barn, guilty or not. He'd be a fool to give them an opening.