Russell Simmons has filed a $20 million lawsuit against HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery, and the producers of the 2020 documentary “On the Record,” alleging defamation, emotional distress and invasion of privacy for allegedly omitting exculpatory evidence and ignoring key testimony contradicting sexual assault claims. Simmons, who denies all allegations and now lives in Bali, argues that WarnerMedia executives knew of this evidence, and that civil rights leaders and Oprah Winfrey—who withdrew from the project—raised concerns about the film’s credibility.
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George Foreman, the fearsome heavyweight who became a beloved champion, dies at 76
George Foreman, the legendary two-time heavyweight boxing champion and successful businessman, has passed away at 76. Best known for his loss to Muhammad Ali in the iconic “Rumble in the Jungle” and his inspiring comeback at 45 to reclaim the title, Foreman left a lasting legacy both in and out of the ring.