Key Takeaways:
– R&B superstar Chris Brown is at the centre of a $50 million lawsuit involving a backstage assault on four fans.
– The fans claim Chris ordered his entourage and rapper Yella Beezy to attack them after a show in Texas.
– The alleged victims are seeking damages from Chris Brown, his entourage leader Sinko Ceej, Yella Beezy, and Live Nation.
– Tony Buzbee, the attorney for the four fans, reported that one of the assaulted men still remains in the hospital.
R&B heavy-hitter, Chris Brown, known for his energetic performances on and off-stage, is now tied to a headline-grabbing lawsuit worth a whopping $50 million. It seems that a shindig after his concert in Fort Worth, Texas turned sour, leading to a serious altercation with fans.
Backstage Drama Sparks Lawsuit
On July 20, four fans, Larry Parker, Joseph Lewis, Charles Bush, and Da Marcus Powell filed this lawsuit, initially reported by TMZ. They claim the incident took place backstage following Brown's concert at the Dickies Arena. The men were part of a larger group of 40 who were treated with a VIP backstage invitation.
The lawsuit asserts that the meet-and-greet went south when a member of Chris Brown's entourage brought up an alleged past dispute. Brown allegedly ordered his entourage, consisting of seven to ten men, to attack Charles Bush. What ensued was a flurry of punches, kicks, and even a chair being thrown at Bush's head.
Rapper Yella Beezy, allegedly acting on Chris Brown's orders, chased Larry Parker to a dead-end staircase along with others. The attack on Parker reportedly lasted for over 10 minutes.
Lawyer Sheds Light on Lawsuit
Tony Buzbee, legal representative of the victims, took to Instagram on July 22 to share details about the lawsuit. According to Buzbee, multiple police reports have been filed regarding the incident. Moreover, he revealed that while all four men sustained injuries, one remains hospitalised.
Although a recent photograph has surfaced featuring Chris Brown and Yella Beezy backstage, neither of them has addressed the lawsuit or the alleged altercation publicly.
Tour Proceeding Amid Legal Drama
Despite the looming lawsuit, Chris Brown hasn't stopped entertaining his fans. His '11:11 Tour' started in Detroit on June 5 and is set to continue across the U.S. until August 6. Fans in Denver, Colorado are set to enjoy his spectacular performance next. However, the $50 million lawsuit might cast a shadow on his remaining tour dates.
Aside from the legal drama, Chris Brown has had joyous interactions with his fans during this tour. One such event saw the singer recreating an iconic dance move from ‘Stomp the Yard' with a fan.
Whether this lawsuit will affect the rest of Chris Brown's '11:11 Tour' remains unclear. While some fans stand firmly by his side, these allegations could turn other fans away. Only time will tell how this legal battle impacts the popular artist's career.
Source: https://projectcasting.com/news/chris-brown-lawsuit/
