Chris Brown has taken legal action against Warner Bros and others, filing a $500 million lawsuit over a documentary that he claims is “defamatory” and has damaged his reputation.
The documentary, “Chris Brown: A History of Violence,” was released in October by Warner Bros’ Investigation Discovery channel and chronicles allegations of domestic violence, assault, and sexual misconduct against the singer.
Brown’s lawyers have stated that the documentary has a “misleading narrative” that accuses their client of “heinous acts, including sexual assault and evidence tampering — allegations that had been discredited in court and dismissed as baseless.”
The attorneys added that the film “sensationalized debunked claims to drive viewership and revenue, recklessly damaging Mr. Brown’s reputation and spreading false information to the public.”
“To be clear, Mr. Brown has never been found at fault for any type of sexual crime,” they emphasized.
In response to the lawsuit, a spokesperson for Investigation Discovery said, “We stand behind the production and will vigorously defend ourselves against this lawsuit.”
The $500 million claim was brought against Warner Bros, Ample, LLC, and individuals involved in producing the documentary.
Brown’s attorney, Levi McCathern, stated that the documentary makers had undermined Brown’s “decade-long efforts to rebuild his life but also the credibility of true survivors of violence.”
Chris Brown has faced numerous allegations of domestic violence and other abuse throughout his career, including a conviction for beating his then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009.
He has also faced accusations of rape, battery, and other forms of misconduct, although some of these allegations have been dismissed or discredited.
