Garth Brooks Accused of Rape by Former Hairdresser
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is facing serious allegations of rape from a former hairdresser and makeup artist, as detailed in a lawsuit filed on October 3, 2024, in Los Angeles Superior Court. The plaintiff, who remains anonymous and is referred to as Jane Roe in the legal documents, claims the incident occurred in October 2019 while traveling for the Grammy Awards. The lawsuit alleges that Brooks, now 62, raped her in a hotel room after appearing naked at the bedroom door.
The complaint outlines a troubling pattern of behavior, stating that Brooks had previously exposed himself and made unwanted sexual advances towards the woman, including grabbing her hands and placing them on his genitals. The plaintiff, who had been working for Brooks since 2017 and had a long-term professional relationship with his wife, Trisha Yearwood, described feeling trapped in her job due to financial pressures, which Brooks allegedly exploited.
In a response to these accusations, Brooks filed a preemptive lawsuit in Mississippi, claiming defamation and attempted extortion. He alleges that the woman threatened to sue him unless he paid her millions of dollars. The legal battle has drawn significant attention to the issue of sexual misconduct within the country music industry, with the woman's lawyer highlighting that such predators exist across various entertainment sectors.
Brooks, known for his chart-topping hits and record-breaking sales, has not publicly commented on the specifics of the lawsuit, but he has vehemently denied the allegations in his own legal filings. As the case unfolds, it raises critical questions about power dynamics in the workplace and the ongoing conversation surrounding the #MeToo movement.
