Garth Brooks denies rape and assault allegations from former makeup artist
Country singer Garth Brooks has been accused of rape and sexual assault by his former makeup artist in a lawsuit filed on September 3. The allegations include unwanted sexual conduct and lewd messages, with claims of severe trauma. In response, Brooks has denied the allegations, stating he will not pay hush money for actions he claims he did not commit. He described the situation as extortion and has filed a lawsuit against the accuser for defamation. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, details incidents of sexual misconduct, including an alleged violent rape in 2019. Brooks has expressed a desire to continue his music career amid these serious accusations.