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Will Smith’s sexual harassment lawsuit dismissed after judge finds claims insufficient

Will Smith’s sexual harassment lawsuit dismissed after judge finds claims insufficient

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Hollywood actor Will Smith has secured a major legal victory after a California judge dismissed a sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit filed against him by a former tour collaborator. The case, which drew significant attention over the past few months, stemmed from allegations connected to the actor’s 2025 tour operations. Will Smith’s sexual harassment case dismissed. (AFP) The allegations against Will Smith According to a TMZ report, the lawsuit was filed by violinist Brian King Joseph, best known for appearing on America’s Got Talent. Joseph had worked as part of Smith’s touring team in 2025 and claimed that an unsettling incident during a stay in Las Vegas eventually led to his dismissal. Joseph alleged that while he was away from his hotel room, someone entered the space and left behind several items, including wipes, beer, and HIV medication. He also claimed there was a handwritten note signed by someone identified as Stone F, which allegedly read, “Brian, I’ll be back… just us.” His legal team argued that the incident amounted to harassment and accused …

After Michael, here are the Hollywood biopics to watch out for

After Michael, here are the Hollywood biopics to watch out for

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Legendary popstar Michael Jackson has come alive on screen with his biopic Michael starring his nephew Jaafar Jackson. As the audience laps up on it, Hollywood is set to bring some more real life figures on screen with their upcoming lineup. Upcoming Hollywood biopics Madden Following the life of American football coach and commentator John Madden, the film sees actor Nicolas Cage play the titular role. The film is directed by David O. Russell, who also co-wrote it based on an earlier version by Cambron Clark. The cast boasts names like Christian Bale, Kathryn Hahn, John Mulaney, Sienna Miller, and Shane Gillis, and Madden is eyeing a theatrical release on November 26 this year. The Council Actor Will Smith is starring in and producing the crime drama The Council, which focuses on the 1970s Harlem crime syndicate led by Nicky Barnes, known as “Mr. Untouchable”. With Smith stepping into the lead role, the project is eyeing a release on October 8 this year. Jimmy Starring actor KJ Apa, who rose to fame with Riverdale, as …

Will Smith recalls near-death experience while scuba diving at the North Pole, getting stuck in a storm at -37 C: ‘Where’s my stuntman?’ | Hollywood News

Will Smith recalls near-death experience while scuba diving at the North Pole, getting stuck in a storm at -37 C: ‘Where’s my stuntman?’ | Hollywood News

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Actor Will Smith is currently out on the town promoting his new show Pole to Pole, in which he goes on expeditions with environmentalists and scientists all over the world. Despite the recent controversies surrounding him, the actor seems to be devoting all his attention to this new project. However, in a recent interview, Smith revealed that this zeal almost got him killed while he was exploring the North Pole with a group of scientists. The King Richard actor went on The Tonight Show to promote Pole to Pole and talk about some of the experiences he had while filming it. Fallon asked him about the toughest expeditions that were attempted during the show, and Smith was quick to recall his time shooting on both the South Pole and North Pole. The actor revealed that apart from the location of the expedition, he is mostly kept in the dark about what lies ahead, something which caught him by surprise while scaling an ice wall in the South Pole. ALSO READ: Brooklyn Beckham’s father-in-law built an …

Will Smith Reveals He Wants Shah Rukh Khan to Cast Him in a Bollywood Film

Will Smith Reveals He Wants Shah Rukh Khan to Cast Him in a Bollywood Film

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Oscar-winning actor Will Smith was recently in Dubai for the premiere of National Geographic’s Pole to Pole with Will Smith, where he spoke about his long-standing interest in working with Bollywood. During a red-carpet chat with Gulf News, the actor shared that he would love to be part of an Indian film and revealed that he has previously had conversations with some of Hindi cinema’s biggest stars.    While several Indian actors like Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra have crossed over to Hollywood, the reverse has been relatively rare. Speaking about his own attempts, Will said, “I was talking to Salman. We had things we were talking about. I was trying to get into something with Big B, you know. He told me I could be Big W, so we were cool – we were sharing the title. There were a couple of things over the years… nothing panned out.” He also made it clear that Shah Rukh Khan is very much on his wish list. In a lighthearted moment, Will openly invited the superstar to …

Will Smith reveals projects with Salman Khan, Big B ‘didn’t pan out’; wants Shah Rukh Khan to cast him in Bollywood film

Will Smith reveals projects with Salman Khan, Big B ‘didn’t pan out’; wants Shah Rukh Khan to cast him in Bollywood film

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Oscar-winning actor Will Smith was recently in Dubai for the premiere of National Geographic’s Pole to Pole with Will Smith. During an interaction with Gulf News on the red carpet, Will expressed his desire to work with Shah Rukh Khan in a Bollywood film and also revealed that he had been in talks about working with Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan. Will Smith wants to work with Shah Rukh Khan in Bollywood film. Will Smith says he wants Shah Rukh Khan to cast him in Bollywood film Whether it’s Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai or Priyanka Chopra, several Bollywood actors have been part of Hollywood films, but Bollywood has rarely seen Hollywood stars acting here. Will Smith recently expressed his wish to work in Bollywood. He said, “I was talking to Salman. We had things we were talking about. I was trying to get into something with Big B, you know. He told me I could be Big W, so we were cool – we were sharing the title. There were a couple of things over …

Will Smith’s Sexual Harassment Accuser Posted Video On Workplace Misconduct Days Before Suing Actor | Hollywood News

Will Smith’s Sexual Harassment Accuser Posted Video On Workplace Misconduct Days Before Suing Actor | Hollywood News

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Last Updated:January 03, 2026, 01:58 IST Will Smith sexual harassment accuser Brian King Joseph shared a video hinting at legal action days before filing a lawsuit alleging retaliation and misconduct. Will Smith Sued by Tour Violinist for Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination. Brian King Joseph, the professional violinist who has filed a sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit against Will Smith, spoke publicly about his experience days before formally taking legal action. Joseph filed a complaint on Tuesday, December 30, at the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, naming Smith, 57, and Treyball Studios Management, Inc. In the filing, Joseph alleged that Smith “was deliberately grooming and priming Mr. Joseph for further sexual exploitation” following an alleged incident that took place while Joseph was touring with the actor for his Based on a True Story global tour in March 2025. Days earlier, on December 25, Joseph shared a video on Instagram that appeared to allude to the situation and his pending lawsuit. While he did not name Smith directly, the musician referenced his …

Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination during 2025 tour

Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination during 2025 tour

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Hollywood actor Will Smith has been sued by a tour violinist who is accusing the actor-rapper of firing him for reporting a sexual assault while on his tour. Brian King Joseph, a violinist, is suing Treyball Studios Management and Will Smith. (AFP) Will Smith sued Brian King Joseph is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, for wrongfully terminating him after an incident in March in Las Vegas on the rapper’s Based on a True Story 2025 tour. Joseph has accused Will Smith of “predatory behavior” and “deliberately grooming and priming Mr. Joseph for further sexual exploitation” while on his tour last year. According to a civil complaint filed on December 31, in a Los Angeles court, the musician claimed that he returned to his hotel room, booked by Smith’s company, to find someone had entered and left a sexual message, wipes, a beer bottle, HIV medication with another person’s name on it and hospital discharge paperwork belonging to another person, reports USA Today. There was a note which read, “Brian, I’ll be …

Will Smith to return for Men In Black with Bad Boys writer Chris Bremner at the helm? Here’s everything to know

Will Smith to return for Men In Black with Bad Boys writer Chris Bremner at the helm? Here’s everything to know

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Looks like it’s time to polish those black shades again, because the Men in Black might just get a new mission. After successfully rebooting the Bad Boys franchise, Sony Pictures is turning its attention back to another of its biggest sci-fi hits. According to Deadline, a new Men in Black movie is in early development, with Bad Boys for Life writer Chris Bremner on board to pen the script. Will Smith in Men In Black Sony has not issued an official comment yet, but sources suggest that this is the studio’s next big nostalgia-driven play, one that could potentially bring Will Smith back as Agent J, the franchise’s most recognisable face. Will Smith could return as Agent J While no cast or director has been confirmed, insiders reveal that Will will be one of the first to read the finished script, with hopes that he might reprise his role in some capacity. It’s unclear whether the new story would feature Will as the main lead or introduce a younger protagonist in a passing-the-torch setup. That …

Jaya Bachchan, Aamir Khan and others attend Manoj Kumar’s prayer meet, Salman Khan’s Sikandar enters Rs 100 crore club

Jaya Bachchan, Aamir Khan and others attend Manoj Kumar’s prayer meet, Salman Khan’s Sikandar enters Rs 100 crore club

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Here’s a round up of all the top updates of the day from the world of showbiz. Many Bollywood celebrities stepped out to attend the prayer meet of the veteran star Manoj Kumar. Stars like Jaya Bachchan, Aamir Khan and more marked attendance. Apart from this, Diljit Dosanjh‘s video of dancing with iconic Will Smith went viral. Salman Khan’s latest movie Sikandar has finally made to Rs 100 crore club with its domestic collection. Scroll on to know the details. Also Read – Not Rekha or Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan’s first girlfriend was…, he parted ways due to THIS reason Celebs attend Manoj Kumar’s prayer meet Also Read – ‘Jaya was my Didibhai…’: Jaya Bachchan broke down in tears seeing Rekha-Amitabh Bachchan shooting an intimate scene Legendary star Manoj Kumar passed away on April 4, 2025 at the age of 87. A prayer meet was held today in Mumbai in his remembrance. Many celebrities like Jaya Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Johnny Lever, Rakesh Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and others showed up to pay their last respects. Also …

Will Smith Takes Dig at Ex-wife Jada Pinkett Smith With THIS Action in New Album Celebrating Music and Film Career

Will Smith Takes Dig at Ex-wife Jada Pinkett Smith With THIS Action in New Album Celebrating Music and Film Career

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Will Smith has always won audiences’ hearts, whether with his fantastic music or startling acting skills, for which he recently received a great honor. However, what his fans noticed during the ceremony was a bit odd.  As per reports, the actor from I, Robot was honored in his hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 59th Street from the stated region was renamed to Will Smith Street. The ceremony was given by the city’s mayor, Cherelle Parker, which even saw leaders present, who honored Will Smith for his outstanding career in the artistic environment where economic hardship was not an obstacle to success from a young age. On this prestigious day, the actor from I Am Legend went on to thank Ms. Brown, his schoolteacher back in the day, for playing a big role in his life and for being the one who came up with one of Will Smith’s nicknames.  “Ms. Brown’s about 5 feet tall, and she used to walk up in my chest, and she was the teacher who started calling me Prince Charming. The name The Fresh …