"Former Grammys CEO Neil Portnow Faces Rape Allegations"

Former Grammy Awards CEO Neil Portnow has been sued by a member of the Recording Academy who alleges that he drugged and raped her in a New York hotel in 2018. The lawsuit also accuses the Recording Academy of aiding and abetting the assault. Portnow denies the allegations, stating that they are motivated by the plaintiff's demands for money and assistance with a residence visa. The Recording Academy maintains that the claims are without merit and intends to vigorously defend itself. The plaintiff, a professional musician, alleges that the Academy failed to investigate the incident despite being informed.