Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault in latest controversy to plague country music superstar
FOX NewsOct 05
Country Music Star Garth Brooks Accused of Rape
Above: Garth Brooks attends the 17th Academy Of Country Music Honors at Ryman Auditorium on Aug. 21, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. Image copyright: Jason Kempin/Staff/Getty Images Entertainment via Getty Images
The Facts
American country music star Garth Brooks, 62, has been accused of raping a woman in a Los Angeles, Calif., hotel room in 2019 and allegedly repeatedly harassing her sexually from 2017-2020.
Brooks is accused of booking only one room for him and the plaintiff to share during a trip to Los Angeles for his Grammy tribute performance when he allegedly assaulted her.
The Spin
Left narrative
While these are merely allegations that must be investigated further, if Garth Brooks is guilty of these claims, it means yet another powerful musician was able to use his fame and fortune to silence women. It's vital to bring attention to the social and financial disparities between the victims and powerful perpetrators in these unacceptably prevalent cases.
Right narrative
It's true that Brooks is innocent until proven guilty, but the irony of this man facing such allegations should not be lost on anyone. Brooks built his brand on representing middle America while simultaneously attacking traditional American beliefs. His woke political beliefs can no longer save him from facing the consequences of this lawsuit.
Narrative C
Brooks should be considered innocent until proven guilty. He has alleged an attempted extortion plot and judgment should be withheld until due legal process clarifies all aspects of this case.