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New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Russell Simmons sues HBO for $20 million over bombshell documentary alleging sexual misconduct
Hip hop mogul Russell Simmons says filmmakers of a documentary detailing sexual misconduct allegations against him 'suppressed evidence' that refuted the accusers claims, according to a new $20 million defamation lawsuit filed against HBO and the film's creators. Simmons says that the 2020 film 'On the Record,' a documentary about women accusing the Def Jam records co-founder of sexual misconduct, 'willfully' ignored evidence 'including interviews, and over 20 witnesses' that were favorable to Simmons. HBO is accused of discarding CIA-level polygraph results. John Roca Advertisement The evidence, which would have 'refuted and rebutted the accusations falsely made against Plaintiff in the film,' was presented to the filmmakers, plus top HBO and parent company Warner Bros. executives, but they ignored the materials, claims the lawsuit, filed Wednesday in Manhattan Supreme Court. That evidence includes 'nine consecutive credible and favorable CIA-grade polygraph results' that HBO 'disregarded,' according to the lawsuit. It notes that the film's backers were 'requested' to review the alleged exculpatory evidence by unnamed 'luminaries in media and politics, including but not limited to, civil rights leaders and members of Congress, and other high-profile black leaders.' Advertisement Simmons cites how former executive producer of the film, Oprah Winfrey, left the project 'after publicly noting inconsistencies in the accusations,' and claims that news outlets — including The Post — 'declined to publish defamatory content.' But Winfrey told reporters at the time that Simmons had pressured her to abandon the project, and that she still believed the woman at the center of the film, Drew Dixon.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fans Accuse NBA Of Rigging Draft Lottery As Mavericks Potentially Land Cooper Flagg With No. 1 Pick
The second most anticipated event of the year for all NBA prospects happened a few hours ago: the NBA Draft Lottery. Heading into the Lottery, the Mavericks had a 1.8% chance of landing the No. 1 overall pick, and fans smelled something fishy when the Mavericks landed the No. 1 overall pick for the 2025 NBA Draft. They saw a pattern with the NBA and started hurling accusations on social media. The last time Anthony Davis was traded to the Lakers, the Pelicans (his former team) landed the No. 1 pick in the following year. With this pick, they could draft Zion Williamson, who ended up becoming the face of that franchise. Similarly, when Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers, the Mavericks (his former team) faced the same consequences and landed the No. 1 overall pick. Advertisement This pattern enraged NBA fans online as they expressed their frustration and curiosity. While some fans were simply left in disbelief, some openly alleged that the NBA is rigged and Adam Silver should suffer the consequences. Media aggregators posted various memes about the shocking nature of this pick. One of them was a pretentious phone call between Adam Silver and Nico Harrison, where Silver claims Harrison should trade Luka Doncic if he wants Cooper Flagg in the draft. X users saw this post and went on to criticize the Mavs landing this pick. "This has to be rigged, it makes no sense", said a fan on X. "Somehow, the first pick usually goes to the one who will create the most news with it… Sh*ts rigged", said another fan. "ADAM SILVER CORRUPT GET HIM OUT", said an angry fan online who blamed Adam Silver, the NBA commissioner, for orchestrating this pick. Advertisement "Adam Silver making CIA-level, undercover agent-type moves", said an X user online. "Exactly how it went down, burn in hell silver, u bald headed demon", said a frustrated X user. "The NBA has ALWAYS been is just the latest evidence..... The ratings determine the winner of each round and draft lottery.... They choose the refs that will call the game to get the result they want for maximum viewership. The league has always been a Joke," said an annoyed fan on X. What Does This Mean For Cooper Flagg, Dallas Mavericks? Copper Flagg is the frontrunner among a highly talented draft class and is expected to be picked No. 1 by the Mavericks if everything goes well. Flagg will be an asset to any team he joins and arguably has the highest upside in this class. The only two other names in the same discussion as the Rutgers duo, Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, both of whom do not have the same skillset as Flagg. Advertisement Therefore, if the Mavericks do end up picking Flagg with the No. 1 pick, the new Big 3 in Dallas will be cemented, and they will instantly become championship contenders next season. With Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis' championship pedigree, this duo will be the best veterans for a rookie like Flagg. Will Cooper Flagg become a key piece for the Mavericks' potential championship run next season? With Flagg's versatile ability to be a three-level scorer as well as a guard and forward, he could help Irving and Davis lead the Mavericks to a championship as early as the next season. Related: Cooper Flagg Hints At Teaming Up With Victor Wembanyama On The Spurs
