Entertainment
Sexual assault allegations against Michael Jackson can be revived, says US court
An appeal court in California has ruled that the two men who alleged they were sexually abused by Michael Jackson, the late pop icon, can revive lawsuits against his company.
Michael Jackson was the subject of various sexual allegations in the 1990s and many years after his death.
Two men, Wade Robson and James Safechuck, claimed Jackson abused them while at his Neverland Ranch.
BBC reports that a court says the accusers can now pursue previously blocked suits against the singer’s companies.
In 2020, a Los Angeles judge ruled against Safechuck saying he could not sue Jackson’s businesses.
The same judge ruled against Robson on similar grounds the following year.
It has now emerged that the appeal court has proceeded to “reverse the judgements”.
“A corporation that facilities sexual abuse of children by one of its employees is not excused from an affirmative duty to protect those children merely because it is solely owned by the perpetrator of the abuse,” the judgement reads.
“It would be perverse to find no duty based on the corporate defendant having only one shareholder. And so we reverse the judgements entered for the corporations.”
Vince Finaldi, Safechuck and Robson’s lawyer, said the court had overturned the previous incorrect rulings in these cases, which were against California law and would set a dangerous precedent that endangered children.
Jonathan Steinsapir, a lawyer for Jackson’s estate, said he was “fully confident” Jackson is innocent.
Entertainment
Why I rejected Range Rover gift from a man – Tiwa Savage
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has revealed that she once returned a Range Rover gifted to her by an admirer for her birthday.
In an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM, Savage explained her decision.
She stated, “I once got a Range Rover for my birthday, but I returned it because I was not feeling the guy.”
The singer, renowned for hits like Somebody’s Son, also disclosed that US rapper Nicki Minaj is the most famous contact in her phonebook.
Tiwa Savage remains a trailblazer in the entertainment industry, with her music earning widespread acclaim and numerous awards.
Beyond her musical achievements, her foray into acting and filmmaking highlights her versatility and creative depth.
Entertainment
Abimbola Craig reveals why she’s still unmarried at 38
Abimbola Craig, the Nigerian actress, has revealed why she is not married at 38.
In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the media personality, Craig said she believes “marriage is a scam”.
The actress critiqued traditional marital roles where women are often burdened with home management and catering to their partners, referring to the title “Mrs” as shorthand for “Master’s in Residential Servicing”.
She also clarified that her decision to remain single is not because she opposes marriage but because she values a partner with self-awareness or purpose.
“All marriage is a scam. When I was small, my mum always told me marriage is an institution. She said when they call you ‘Mrs,’ it stands for ‘Master’s in Residential Servicing’,” she said.
“I am not married, not because I do not want to be married, but if you are a man who does not know who he is, you cannot be with me.”
Craig is best known for her role as Tiwalade in the hit web series ‘Skinny Girl in Transit’. She has also made her mark as a producer, co-producing the 2019 box office hit ‘Sugar Rush’ alongside Jade Osiberu.
Entertainment
Bolanle Ninalowo opens up on early career struggles
Bolanle Ninalowo has revealed how he overcame early career setbacks to achieve success in Nollywood.
In an unreleased episode of ‘Off The Top’ podcast, Ninalowo said his initial failures ultimately led to his triumph in the entertainment industry.
When asked about his motivation to persevere in an unreleased episode of ‘Off The Top’ podcast, the 44-year-old emphasised that being down can present unexpected opportunities for self-discovery.
Reflecting on his Nollywood journey, Ninalowo credited his initial failures for his eventual success.
“When you fall flat on your face and you are backed against the wall, that is when you get the biggest opportunities to discover yourself. I tell people that when I came to Nollywood, the secrets of my success are buried in my failures,” he said.
Ninalowo’s entry into Nollywood was far from smooth. He began as a producer but faced failure. He then ventured into music, only to find it wasn’t his calling. Undeterred, he returned to acting in the mid-2000s.
His breakthrough came with the 2015 movie ‘Desperate Baby Mamas,’ which propelled him to fame. Since then, the Ikorodu-born actor has appeared in numerous hit films, showcasing his versatility in both Yoruba and English movies.
Some of his notable roles include performances in ‘Fate of Alakada,’ ‘Coming From Insanity,’ ‘Breaded Life,’ ‘Lakatabu,’ and ‘Alter Date.’
Ninalowo’s resilience and determination have made him a household name in Nollywood.
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