All articles tagged with #legal trouble
Sydney Sweeney could face legal trouble after a publicity stunt at the Hollywood Sign, reportedly descending from the iconic letters using bras tied together. TMZ obtained footage of the stunt, and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce says no license or permission was granted for the production and is investigating how access was obtained, with a police report possible. Sweeney has not commented on the situation.
Tyler Perry faces multiple sexual assault lawsuits from actors alleging abuse and exploitation, which Perry's lawyer dismisses as a money grab, raising concerns about his reputation and legal challenges in Hollywood.
Tatyana Remley, a San Diego woman who pleaded guilty to soliciting her husband's murder, was found dead by suicide outside a San Diego bar shortly after serving part of her prison sentence, amid a history of legal issues including arson and attempted murder.
Newly released Epstein files reveal prosecutors sought to question Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor about his involvement in sex-trafficking investigations, including Epstein and Peter Nygard, with evidence suggesting his sexual involvement with Epstein victims and potential further legal issues. The files also hint at ongoing police reviews and previously undisclosed legal tensions involving Amazon and the DOJ.
Kata Hay, a former 'The Voice' contestant and country singer, was arrested in Oklahoma and charged with vehicular homicide related to a crash near I-65, Tennessee, amid a history of legal issues including DUIs and a 2022 conviction for sexual contact with a minor.
Jillian Lauren-Shriner, wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, has filed for divorce after two decades of marriage, amid legal issues stemming from a police shooting incident involving her and her subsequent health challenges, including cancer and surgeries.
Former UFC star B.J. Penn was arrested in Hawaii for allegedly assaulting a man, marking his sixth arrest in 2025, amid ongoing legal and family issues. He faces third-degree assault charges and is scheduled for court on December 2.
Wendy Osefo and her husband from 'Real Housewives of Potomac' were indicted on multiple fraud charges related to a false burglary report and insurance claim, stemming from a staged theft at their home, with court proceedings scheduled for November.
Wendy Osefo, a star of 'Real Housewives of Potomac,' and her husband Eddie were arrested on fraud charges related to a reported burglary at their home, which police later found involved fraudulent reporting and returned stolen items; they have been released on bond and are awaiting legal proceedings.
Former NFL player Adam 'Pacman' Jones was arrested in Kentucky for disorderly conduct, assaulting a police officer, and public intoxication, adding to his history of legal issues including previous arrests and suspensions.
The Detroit Lions released Cameron Sutton with a June 1st designation, spreading his cap penalty out over two seasons. The team is currently facing a $12.68 million cap hit in 2024, but has petitioned the NFL to void Sutton’s base salary for violation of player conduct, which could reduce the cap penalty to $2.18 million at some point in 2024. Regardless of the NFL’s ruling, the Lions will incur a $6.54 million cap penalty in 2025. Additionally, the team can attempt to recover the $8.72 million already paid to Sutton by suing him after the legal process plays out in his criminal case.
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, is accused of stealing millions of dollars from Ohtani to cover illegal gambling debts, leading to a potential legal and disciplinary situation for the MLB superstar. The involvement of a federal investigation into the bookmaker Mizuhara allegedly worked with could determine Ohtani's culpability, while MLB rules strictly ban gambling on baseball for employees. Ohtani has not been accused of placing any bets himself, and MLB is monitoring the situation to gather facts before taking any disciplinary action.
Former NFL cornerback Richard Sherman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, with bail set at $5,000. He remains in custody but is eligible for release once bail is processed. Sherman has a hearing on Wednesday and has been ordered not to drive, consume alcohol or prescription drugs, or refuse blood or breath tests. This arrest follows a similar charge in July 2021, to which he later pleaded guilty.
"Home Improvement" star Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested for alleged felony DUI and misdemeanor contempt of court in La Quinta, Calif., with bail set at $50,000 and $15,000 respectively. This is not the first time Bryan has been in legal trouble, as he was previously arrested for domestic abuse charges in 2020 and 2023.
A modder created a "legally-distinct" Pokémon mod for the game Palworld after Nintendo shut down the original idea of adding Pokémon to the game. The mod features creatures inspired by Pokémon but with different names and low-effort models. Despite Nintendo's legal trouble, the mod has made it onto Nexus Mods for free download, and the game's developer plans to add mod support in the future.