Country music superstar Garth Brooks is at the center of controversy once again, this time claiming to be the victim of a “shakedown.” In a recent court filing, Brooks named himself and his alleged rape accuser, who has accused him of raping her in a hotel room in 1989.
Brooks has vehemently denied the allegations, stating that the encounter in question was consensual. He has called the lawsuit an attempt to extort money from him, with his legal team arguing that the statute of limitations has expired on the alleged incident.
The accuser, identified only as Jane Doe in court documents, has filed a lawsuit against Brooks seeking monetary damages for emotional distress and other damages resulting from the alleged assault. She claims that she was drugged and raped by Brooks after attending one of his concerts in 1989.
Brooks has maintained his innocence and has vowed to fight the allegations in court. In a statement to USA TODAY, Brooks expressed his frustration with the situation, saying, “I don’t know how this person can wake up and do what they do every day. They are hurting a lot of people.”
The case has garnered widespread attention and has divided Brooks’ fans, with some standing by him and others calling for justice for the accuser. The singer’s legal team is working diligently to defend his reputation and combat what they see as an unjust attack on his character.
As the legal battle unfolds, Brooks remains focused on his music career, recently embarking on a sold-out stadium tour. Despite the controversy surrounding him, he continues to draw large crowds and remains one of the most successful artists in country music history.
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