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Several supporters have withdrawn their backing from Rep. Eric Swalwell's bid for California governor after assault allegations surfaced, as he continues campaigning with events such as a Sacramento town hall.
Brentwood, Tennessee police are investigating an alleged assault involving Reacher actor Alan Ritchson and his neighbor, Ronnie Taylor, tied to a weekend noise disturbance. Taylor says Ritchson punched him four times after a preceding confrontation; Ritchson was riding a motorcycle and was reportedly with two children at the time. No arrests have been made, and there was no immediate comment from authorities or representatives, as the investigation continues.
ABC Health in talks to pull the upcoming season of The Bachelorette led by Taylor Frankie Paul amid her alleged domestic assault; Cinnabon has already pulled its sponsorship, and Variety says the premiere remains on track for March 22. The report, attributed to Rob Shuter's Naughty But Nice substack and Star Magazine, marks a potential crisis for the show’s launch.
A 36-year-old woman says she was drugged and assaulted at a Bal Harbour house party by five boys, including Tal Alexander, when she was 13; this surfaces as Alexander and his twin brothers face a sex-trafficking trial, with a recently filed court document suggesting a pattern of assaults predating the charges; police were told about the allegations in 2024.
The Duke of Marlborough has denied charges of strangling his estranged wife on three occasions, with court proceedings ongoing as he pleads not guilty to the allegations of assault and strangulation.
A jury cleared rapper Cardi B of assault and related claims in a civil trial where she was accused of attacking a security guard in 2018, with the court finding insufficient evidence to prove assault, negligence, or emotional distress.
The trial of Cardi B began this week, involving allegations from Emani Ellis that the rapper assaulted her in 2018, which Cardi denies, claiming Ellis was aggressive and recording her; the case includes serious accusations and a $24 million lawsuit.
Cardi B testified in a civil lawsuit where she is accused of assaulting a security guard in 2018, denying the allegations and claiming the guard sought a payout. Witnesses, including a doctor and receptionist, supported her account, stating they did not see her hit the guard, while the guard described aggressive behavior. The trial continues with Cardi B defending her innocence amid detailed courtroom testimonies.
A court case against Diddy features testimony from Bryana Bongolan, who claims he assaulted her and others, with evidence including photos and video recordings, amid ongoing allegations of violence and misconduct.
On day 20 of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial, a witness testified about a violent 2016 attack by Combs, who is accused of sex trafficking and racketeering, with prosecutors presenting evidence including videos and witness accounts of violence and coercion, while defense questioned the credibility of witnesses and highlighted Combs' denial of charges.
Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth's lawyer claims the woman he allegedly assaulted in 2017 was actually the aggressor, asserting that Hegseth paid her off to avoid job loss. The lawyer, Tim Parlatore, alleges the woman dragged a drunken Hegseth to her room and violated him, though no evidence or charges have been presented. Hegseth resigned from Fox News after being nominated for Secretary of Defense by Trump, and his lawyer suggests the incident details were leaked to undermine his nomination.
Voletta Wallace, mother of the late Notorious B.I.G., expressed her strong reaction to recent allegations and assault footage involving Diddy, stating she is "ashamed and embarrassed" and hopes Diddy apologizes. Social media users have also weighed in on her comments. Diddy faces multiple civil lawsuits and a potential grand jury trial related to sexual assault and other charges.
Rolling Stone published an expose on Sean "Diddy" Combs, detailing his rise to fame and various assault allegations, including a previously unreported incident from his college days at Howard University where he allegedly struck a woman with a belt. The article highlights a pattern of abusive behavior and public skepticism about his apologies.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones denies assaulting and threatening the life of a testing agent during a sample collection at his residence, providing a video showing the agents leaving without incident. The agent, Crystal Martinez, filed a police report alleging Jones temporarily took her phone and made threats, but Jones claims the encounter ended amicably despite his frustration with the situation. Jones, known for legal issues outside of competition, including DUIs and a hit-and-run felony, does not currently have a scheduled fight.
Russell Brand denies the sexual assault allegations made against him by multiple women in a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, expressing the pain and hurt caused by the accusations. Brand admitted to being promiscuous in the past but denied any criminal conduct, emphasizing the importance of family and values. The allegations, including rape and sexual assault, date back to 2006 and have led to police investigations in the UK and the US.