R&B singer Brian McKnight has filed a defamation lawsuit against fellow artist Jaguar Wright, alleging that she made false and damaging statements about him on social media.
According to the lawsuit obtained by TMZ, Wright accused McKnight of hiring prostitutes and physically abusing them during đť‘ eđť‘Ąual encounters, as well as abusing his ex-wife, Julie McKnight. Brian McKnight says he never abused his ex-wife and had no idea that she was related to Wright. McKnight denies all allegations, stating that Wright knowingly spread lies to harm his reputation.
In response to the lawsuit, Wright took to Instagram, calling McKnight a “scumbag” and vowing to be a “nightmare” for him. She has a history of making controversial claims about other celebrities, including Jay-Z and Beyoncé, which have led to legal warnings and public apologies from media outlets.
McKnight is seeking unspecified damages, emphasizing the need to protect his personal and professional reputation. As of now, Julie McKnight has not publicly addressed the lawsuit.
This case highlights the potential legal consequences of making unverified and damaging statements about individuals, particularly in the age of social media.