Country music star Garth Brooks is facing serious accusations of rape, sexual assault, and battery in a lawsuit filed in California. The woman, who is using the name “Jane Roe” for privacy, claims that Brooks assaulted her while she was working as his hairstylist and makeup artist from 2017 to 2020. According to the lawsuit, he made unwanted sexual advances, groped her, and made explicit comments during this time.
The lawsuit states that in May 2019, Brooks invited her to travel with him on his private jet for a Grammy tribute in Los Angeles. Upon arriving, he allegedly booked only one hotel room for both of them to share. The woman claims that when they entered the room, Brooks appeared naked and raped her. After this alleged incident, she says he continued to pursue her sexually and made her touch him inappropriately. The lawsuit also mentions that he suggested having a threesome with his wife, Trisha Yearwood.
In a response to the BBC, Brooks called the lawsuit “extortion and defamation.” He stated that he has been pressured with threats and lies over the past two months, suggesting that the accusations came after he declined to offer Jane Roe a job with benefits. He firmly denied her allegations, describing them as “revulsive and untrue,” and claimed they were a threat to harm his reputation and career.
Litigation on this matter started a few weeks ago when an anonymous lawsuit was filed in Mississippi, revealing Brooks as the celebrity involved. He emphasized that he trusts the legal system and is not afraid of the truth, stating, “I am not the man they have painted me to be.” Garth Brooks is widely recognized, having sold over 162 million albums and winning two Grammys, and is known for his charitable work, especially supporting children and disaster relief efforts.
This situation highlights how accusations can impact even the most successful individuals and raises questions about accountability in the entertainment industry. The details and developments of this case are being closely followed. (Source: BBC)
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