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Brian McKnight Sues Family, Media Sites for Defamation After 'False Narrative' of Dying Son
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Brian McKnight Sues Ex-Wife, Son, and Media Figures Over ‘False Narrative’

Court documents outline why the R&B singer is targeting family members, bloggers, and media outlets over claims he was an absent and abusive father.

TikTok Psychic Who Falsely Claimed a Professor Was Behind Bryan Kohberger Murders Appeals $10M Defamation Verdict
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TikTok Psychic Who Accused Professor in Bryan Kohberger Case Appeals $10M Defamation Verdict

The Idaho murders are solved, but the fallout isn’t: inside the TikTok-fueled conspiracy, a terrified professor, and a high-stakes appeal over viral false claims.

50 Cent on the court after the game between the Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers.
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50 Cent Accuses Ex of Attempting to Defame Him in Court Filings Amid Life Rights Legal Dispute

50 alleges Shaniqua Thompkins has injected “inflammatory and defamatory allegations” about him in her pleadings.

Jose Martinez35 days ago
Afroman wearing round sunglasses and a colorful suit with a leaf pattern, poses on a red carpet.
Music

Afroman Plans to Keep Playing Songs Mocking Deputies Who Unsuccessfully Sued Him: 'I Ain't Even Mad'

Despite his legal victory, the "Because I Got High" hitmaker plans to keep playing his deputy disses.

Afroman wearing a suit with an American flag pattern and matching sunglasses, sitting in an office chair.
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Afroman's Legal Win Over Ohio Deputies, Explained: Tears, Drama, Tasty Pound Cake, Freedom of Speech

The "Because I Got High" hitmaker celebrated the victory as a win for "freedom of speech."

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Afroman wearing round sunglasses and a colorful suit with leaf patterns, stands smiling at an event. Deputy officer in court.
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Cop Testifies Afroman Lyrics About Rapper Sleeping With Deputy's Wife Caused ‘Tremendous Pain’

Court testimony highlights the emotional impact of Afroman’s music, with a deputy claiming the lyrics created false narratives and damaged his reputation.

Mark Elibert47 days ago
ROUND ROCK, TX - DECEMBER 02: Rapper Afroman performs onstage during the Texas Ballpark Tour at Dell Diamond on December 2, 2018 in Round Rock, Texas.
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Female Officer Cries as Music Video of Afroman Mocking Her Plays in Court

A female police officer appeared visibly distressed in an Ohio courtroom while watching an Afroman music video that mocked her.

'Amazing Race' Contestants Jonathan & Ana Towns File $8M Defamation Suit Against Paramount
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‘Amazing Race’ Contestants Jonathan and Ana Towns File $8M Defamation Suit Against Paramount

The reality TV couple alleges producers portrayed Jonathan as a villain through manipulative editing, sparking harassment, threats, and lasting reputational damage.

Celina Powell with tattoos holds up a drink in a lively setting, wearing a watch and rings, with a neon sign in the background.
Pop Culture

Celina Powell Reportedly Issues Cease and Desist to Deshae Frost Over Herpes and Assault Claims

The alleged remarks, including a herpes claim, have "no merit whatsoever," per the reported letter.

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Drake performing on stage, wearing a black shirt and necklace, with braided hair and a beard, under blue lighting.
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Drake Files Appeal Against ‘Dangerous’ Dismissal of ”Not Like Us” Defamation Case

The defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group was dismissed last year, but Drake's legal team isn't giving up.

Joe Price103 days ago
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 30: Singer Chris Brown performs During Chris Brown: Breezy Bowl XX Tour at Truist Park on August 30, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Chris Brown Seemingly Responds to Defamation Lawsuit Dismissal: ‘Show No Weakness’

The R&B and pop vocalist warned fans against listening "to the misinformed."

Chris Brown, wearing a graphic T-shirt and a red cap, stands in a crowded event, with people in the background enjoying the atmosphere.
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Chris Brown's $500 Million Defamation Lawsuit Over 'A History of Violence' Doc Dismissed

Brown alleged that the Investigation Discovery documentary included false statements against him.

Joe Price112 days ago
Megan Thee Stallion with red hair, wearing a black dress, looking to the side at an event.
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Megan Thee Stallion's Defamation Lawsuit: Blogger Found Liable

Megan and her legal team previously said the blogger was spreading "falsehoods" on social media.

Megan Thee Stallion.
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Megan Thee Stallion Granted Sanctions in Defamation Lawsuit Against Blogger Gramz

A judge has determined that Gramz acted in bad faith by deleting evidence that may have supported Meg’s claims.

Joshua Espinoza207 days ago
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Brigitte Macron to Present ‘Scientific’ Proof She’s a Woman in Candace Owens Defamation Case

Brigette and her husband, French President Emmanuel Macron, sued Candace Owens after she repeatedly claimed that Brigette was born a male.

Joshua Espinoza228 days ago
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 13: A$AP Rocky attends the Los Angeles special screening of Apple Original Films and A24's "Highest 2 Lowest" at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on August 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Judge Warns ASAP Relli Not to Pursue ASAP Rocky Defamation Lawsuit: 'See If a Deal Can Be Made'

Judge Randolph M. Hammock urged Relli to "contact the other side and see if a deal can be made" after being called an extortionist.

A man in sunglasses and a striped jacket stands in front of a "US Open" sign, smiling.
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Fat Joe Accuses Attorney Tyrone Blackburn of Using Fake AI Citations in Court Filing

Fat Joe accuses attorney Tyrone Blackburn of using bogus AI case law in his motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit.

Mark Elibert240 days ago

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