All articles tagged with #celebrity trials
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
The article discusses how the evolution of 'trialtainment' is reflected in the public's engagement with celebrity court cases like Sean 'Diddy' Combs' upcoming trial and the legacy of O.J. Simpson, highlighting changes in societal attitudes towards race, domestic violence, and the #MeToo movement, which have increased accountability and public discourse around these issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Pras Michel, founder of the Fugees, faces a potential 22-year prison sentence after being convicted on charges related to the 1MDB scandal, including illegal lobbying and campaign finance violations. Michel, who claims he never intended to be a spy, was involved with financier Jho Low, who is accused of embezzling billions from Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund. Despite his conviction, Michel plans to appeal, maintaining his innocence. The case highlights the intersection of celebrity, politics, and global finance, with Michel being the only one in Low's circle facing significant legal consequences.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BuzzFeed News
The ongoing ski crash trial involving Gwyneth Paltrow and Terry Sanderson is a ridiculous spectacle of privileged resort squabbles. Paltrow has countersued for $1 plus legal fees, claiming that Sanderson hit her in the back, while Sanderson has alleged that Paltrow crashed into him from behind, causing a permanent traumatic brain injury and emotional distress. The trial has provided plenty of entertainment, with Paltrow's luxurious attire and Sanderson's lawyer's starstruck behavior. The trial is a perfect storm for pop culture lovers, allowing them to claim the moral high ground and laugh at a rich person on trial for doing rich person things.