Will Smith’s Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Dismissed After Judge Finds Claims Insufficient
Judge Michael Shultz said Brian King Joseph’s allegations did not show severe or pervasive harassment and let him amend the case within 30 days.
- On Tuesday, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Shultz dismissed the lawsuit against Will Smith and Treyball Studios Management filed by violinist Brian King Joseph in December.
- Joseph, who performed on Smith's 2025 'Based on a True Story' tour, alleged he was wrongfully fired after reporting sexual harassment during a Las Vegas stop.
- Shultz determined the allegations failed to 'adequately allege conduct that is sufficiently severe' or 'create an abusive working environment,' noting insufficient evidence linking Smith to the incident.
- The court dismissed the case 'with leave to amend,' granting Joseph 30 days to submit a revised complaint; without amendment, the dismissal becomes permanent.
- Lawyers for Smith previously dismissed Joseph's accusations as 'false and salacious' and an 'attempted money grab,' while representatives for the actor did not return requests for comment.
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Judge Dismisses Will Smith Lawsuit
A judge has dismissed the sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit filed against Will Smith by his former touring violinist, Brian King Joseph. The judge ruled that the allegations did not meet the criteria for sexual harassment. While the case was dismissed, King Joseph has been given the opportunity to amend his complaint within 30 days. The lawsuit alleged that someone entered King Joseph’s hotel room and left items, including a not…
Will Smith Emerges Victorious After Harassment-Linked Lawsuit Rejected in Court
Will Smith has emerged legally vindicated after a US court dismissed a retaliation lawsuit brought by violinist Brian King Joseph, marking a significant turn in a case that had drawn widespread attention from the entertainment industry. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleged that Smith and his management company wrongfully terminated Joseph after he raised concerns about alleged misconduct during a professional touring arrange…
Judge Tosses Lawsuit Against Will Smith Over Tour Allegations!
Will Smith is no longer facing a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by a musician who performed on his recent concert tour. A judge officially dismissed the case this week after violinist Brian King Joseph accused Smith and members of his touring operation of misconduct connected to a 2024 stop in Las Vegas. Joseph, who finished third on America’s Got Talent in 2018, claimed in court filings that someone broke into his hotel room during the tour …
32-year-old violinist Brian King Joseph had also accused the actor of illegal dismissal for which there was insufficient evidence.
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