In a dramatic turn of events, Chris Brown is suing Warner Bros. for half a billion dollars, alleging defamation over a recent documentary.

The documentary, “Chris Brown: A History of Violence,” premiered in October 2024 and includes accusations from a woman who claims Brown raped her on Diddy’s boat in 2020. These allegations were previously part of a $20 million lawsuit, which was dismissed after evidence revealed they were fabricated.

Brown filed his lawsuit on January 21, accusing Warner Bros. and Ample Entertainment of spreading false information for profit, despite being aware of the inaccuracies. The lawsuit argues that the producers prioritized monetary gains over truth, even after proof discredited their primary source, identified as “Jane Doe.”

The legal document states, ‘Mr. Brown has never been found guilty of any sex-related crime […] but this documentary states in every available fashion that he is a serial rapist and sexual abuser.’ Brown demands $500 million in damages, while Warner Bros. and Ample Entertainment have yet to issue public responses.

Brown’s history includes a 2009 assault on then-girlfriend Rihanna and accusations from former girlfriend Karrueche Tran, which resulted in a five-year restraining order against him in 2017. Despite this past, the singer has never been convicted of a sex-related offense.


The documentary explores additional allegations. In 2016, Brown was accused of assaulting a female fan and his former manager, which he settled confidentially. Moreover, a lawsuit from four fans claims they were beaten by Brown’s entourage at a Texas concert, a legal battle still ongoing.

As the lawsuit unfolds, Chris Brown’s clash with Warner Bros. highlights the intense scrutiny celebrities face and how the media can impact reputations.

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