On The Record Documentary

Russell Simmons Sues HBO for $20 Million Over 'On the Record' Documentary

Russell Simmons has filed a $20 million defamation lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery over the HBO Max documentary 'On the Record,' claiming the filmmakers ignored evidence disputing allegations of sexual assault and defamed him. The lawsuit also criticizes the documentary's distribution and media coverage, and comes amid ongoing legal battles related to Simmons's allegations.