Garth Brooks denies sexual assault allegations in lawsuit from former employee

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Garth Brooks has denied allegations of sexual assault made by a former employee in a lawsuit. The woman claims Brooks raped her in 2019 and subjected her to unwanted sexual conduct. Brooks calls the lawsuit an attempt at extortion for millions of dollars. In response to the lawsuit, Brooks filed a separate complaint in Mississippi to stop the publication of what he calls false allegations. He stated that he has faced threats and harassment over the past two months. The woman's lawyers assert that the case highlights the presence of sexual predators in country music. They express confidence that Brooks will be held accountable for his actions.


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