In a shocking turn of events, country music legend Garth Brooks is at the center of a bombshell lawsuit that accuses him of sexual misconduct and an alleged plot to hire a hitman. The lawsuit, filed by Brooks’ former hairstylist—referred to as “Jane Doe”—details a series of disturbing allegations, including sexual harassment, assault, and even fears that Brooks was planning to have her killed.
The Allegations: A Hairstylist’s Claim of Years of Abuse
The former hairstylist, who began working for Brooks’ wife Trisha Yearwood in 1999 before eventually working for the Friends in Low Places singer, filed a public lawsuit accusing him of sexually harassing her on multiple occasions. The hairstylist also claimed that Brooks raped her in 2019 in a hotel room and subjected her to a litany of inappropriate behavior over the years. She further alleges that Brooks sent her sexually explicit text messages, made unwanted advances, and often spoke about his sexual fantasies involving her.
In the lawsuit, the hairstylist stated that Trisha Yearwood, Brooks’ wife, may have overheard one of his inappropriate requests, including a proposition for a threesome. She claims that Brooks groped her while she was doing his makeup and that his behavior became progressively more abusive.
But the most shocking part of the allegations? Jane Doe reportedly believed that Garth Brooks was planning to hire someone to murder her. In her lawsuit, she expressed fears for her life, claiming Brooks intended to silence her by any means necessary.
Garth Brooks Fires Back: Accusations of Extortion and Defamation
While the hairstylist’s allegations are alarming, Garth Brooks has fiercely denied all claims and responded with his own legal action. In September, Brooks filed a lawsuit against Jane Doe, seeking to prevent her from suing him with what he describes as “false allegations.”
In the court documents obtained by In Touch, Brooks, who filed his lawsuit anonymously as “John Doe,” accused the hairstylist of threatening him with “false allegations” as part of an extortion plot. He claims that after declining her requests for financial assistance and salaried employment, the hairstylist responded with false claims of sexual misconduct.
The Hitman Allegations
One of the most jaw-dropping claims made by Jane Doe is her fear that Brooks was planning to hire a hitman to kill her. In Brooks’ lawsuit, he revealed that this allegation was first made in a letter sent by Jane Doe’s lawyer on July 17. The letter, which demanded millions of dollars from Brooks, contained accusations of sexual misconduct, including allegations of sexual “grooming” and sexual assault. But it also included the hairstylist’s belief that Brooks planned to have her murdered—a claim Brooks flatly denies.
“The July 17 demand letter was the first time [Garth] learned of these allegations, none of which has any basis in fact,” Brooks’ lawsuit reads. His legal team described the claims as an attempted extortion and argued that the hairstylist’s accusations were “intentionally false” and designed to damage Brooks’ reputation.
Garth Brooks’ Emotional Response
For Garth Brooks, the accusations have been devastating on both a personal and professional level. In a public statement, the 62-year-old country star expressed his frustration and disbelief over the claims.
“For the last two months, I have been hassled to no end with threats, lies, and tragic tales of what my future would be if I did not write a check for many millions of dollars. It has been like having a loaded gun waved in my face,” Brooks said. “Hush money, no matter how much or how little, is still hush money.”
Brooks continued, “In my mind, that means I am admitting to behavior I am incapable of—ugly acts no human should ever do to another. We filed suit against this person nearly a month ago to speak out against extortion and defamation of character. We filed it anonymously for the sake of families on both sides.”
The Lawsuit: A Fight for Reputation
Brooks is not backing down from the fight to clear his name. His lawsuit, filed in federal court, accuses the hairstylist of attempting to extort millions of dollars by making false allegations. His legal team argued that the hairstylist’s accusations came only after she faced financial difficulties and was denied salaried employment and medical benefits from Brooks.
According to Brooks, the hairstylist had worked for him for 15 years before relocating from Tennessee to Mississippi in 2020. Following her move, she reportedly asked Brooks for financial assistance, which he initially provided. But when he refused her demands for ongoing salaried employment, the hairstylist allegedly responded by threatening to go public with the sexual misconduct allegations unless Brooks paid her millions of dollars.
What’s Next for Garth Brooks?
As the legal battle unfolds, Brooks remains committed to defending his reputation. The country music superstar has expressed his heartbreak over the situation, but also his determination to move forward.
“I want to play music tonight. I want to continue our good deeds going forward,” Brooks said. “It breaks my heart these wonderful things are in question now. I trust the system, I do not fear the truth, and I am not the man they have painted me to be.”
Whether the case will proceed to trial or be settled out of court remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: this legal drama is far from over.
FAQs
What are the allegations against Garth Brooks? Garth Brooks has been accused of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and rape by his former hairstylist. The hairstylist also claimed that she believed Brooks planned to hire a hitman to murder her.
How has Garth Brooks responded to the accusations? Garth Brooks has denied all allegations and filed a lawsuit accusing the hairstylist of extortion and defamation of character. He claims the accusations were made in an attempt to force him to pay millions of dollars.
What is the hitman accusation? The hairstylist claimed in a letter from her lawyer that she believed Garth Brooks was planning to hire someone to kill her. Brooks has denied this accusation and called it baseless.
Is there any truth to the claims? Garth Brooks and his legal team maintain that the allegations are entirely false and were made as part of an extortion scheme.
What is the status of the legal battle? The lawsuits are ongoing, with both sides taking their cases to court. It remains to be seen whether the case will proceed to trial or if it will be settled out of court.
