Paul Oakenfold Decries “Baseless” Sexual Harassment Suit As Extortion; A-List DJ Pledges To Fight Back In Court

Goloka Bolte to assemble a group of queens that would lay the foundation for a fresh era. Says Bolte, “After 15 seasons and Drag Race’s popularity, word gets out fast that we’re casting.  But we can’t ever let it fall to chance that queens will just apply and always make sure we’re scouting and encouraging queens to try out.” Aside from banking recommendations and scouring the internet, Bolte says part of her casting process involves reaching out to bars and clubs around the country. “And we take in drag shows when we can.”

Hollyoaks star Paul Danan has paid tribute to co-star Frankie Julia Hough following her death. The latter star appeared in the soap in the role of Jess Holt alongside Paul, who played Sol Patrick between 1997 and 2001. Hough died after being involved in a motorway accident last month.

Prince Harry has broken cover for the first time since testifying in his case against Mirror News Newspapers. The Duke of Sussex appeared in the dispatch box on Tuesday and Wednesday at the High Court in London last week. On Monday Harry was seen cheering on wounded US armed forces veterans at a volleyball match at the 2023 Warrior Games.

Country singer Jimmie Allen has been dropped by his label one month after being sued by his former manager for sexual abuse. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Allen's label BBR Music Group said, "BBR Music Group has dissolved its relationship with Jimmie Allen, he is no longer an active artist on its roster." Allen is being sued by his former day-to-day manager in a lawsuit accusing him of sexually abusing her for a year and half while she was working with him.

Amid Jimmie Allen’s sexual misconduct scandal, his record label dropped him as a client.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior Correspondent Jimmie Allen has been dropped byBBR Music Group, the label confirmed to Variety late Friday, after a second woman sued him for sexual assault. “BBR Music Group has dissolved its relationship with Jimmie Allen,” the brief statement reads. “He is no longer an active artist on its roster.” The country singer was previously put on suspension by label, as well as his agency and manager, in the wake of being sued by his former female manager for sexual assault and battery. Allen denied the claims from his ex-manager that he raped and sexually abused her over the course of 18 months, calling the allegations “not only false, but also extremely damaging.” But less than one month after those first accusations, another woman came forward to accuse Allen in a new sexual assault lawsuit in which the second Jane Doe alleges the singer secretly filmed her during sex without her consent or awareness. After that alleged incident, which occurred in July 2022, this woman filed a police report, according to her lawsuit.

Jimmie Allen is facing more charges of sexual misconduct. The country singer has been sued for sexual assault for the second time in less than a month, this time by a woman who claims he filmed their sexual encounter without her consent, according to court documents obtained by ET.An anonymous woman filed a police report in Las Vegas in July 2022, about the alleged encounter, which happened in May. In the documents, Jane Doe claims that Allen violated her privacy by secretly filming her, and also continued to engage in sexual contact with her after she'd revoked her consent.These charges come on the heels of Allen being sued for sexual assault and harassment by his former manager last month.

Claire Foy’s appearance on Who Do You Think You Are? got very emotional after she uncovered the truth about a tragic story from her family’s past. The British actress, 39, is best known for her portrayal of a young Queen Elizabeth II in the first two seasons of Netflix historical drama The Crown. Her performance earned her an Emmy for outstanding lead actress in a drama series, and she reappeared as the Queen in flashbacks later on in the series.

Mark Wright's dad was close to tears in a This Morning interview as he opened up on hearing about son Josh's mental health struggles for the first time. Former TOWIE star Mark, his footballer brother Josh and their dad Mark senior, are set to launch a new TV show, A Wright Family Holiday, which sees them head out on a road trip around the UK together as they bond with each other.The family appeared on This Morning on Thursday, 8 June, where they explained they wanted to reconnect after a tough time during Covid where they lost their uncle and Mark senior nearly died. Mark senior was close to tears during the interview as he choked up over the memory of his sons revealing their problems that they hadn't talked to him about before.

Paul Oakenfold has denied all allegations in a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him by his former personal assistant.The acclaimed DJ and record producer took to social media to deny the “baseless” allegations against him, adding that he will participate in any investigation to “clear my name”.“Let me be absolutely clear: I categorically deny any and all claims of improper conduct. Respect, integrity, and consent are values I hold dear, and I have always treated everyone with utmost professionalism,” Oakenfold wrote.“It is disheartening to see these baseless accusations, which appear to be nothing more than a calculated attempt to tarnish my reputation and extort money.”He continued by sharing that he would participate in “any investigations to clear my name and will exhaust all legal remedies available, including the option to countersue, to protect my reputation and seek justice”.pic.twitter.com/CLXTFJxRGN— Paul Oakenfold (@pauloakenfold) June 5, 2023The accusations were brought to light in a lawsuit, filed at LA Superior Court on Friday (June 2), by a woman who formerly worked for Oakenfold.

pic.twitter.com/CLXTFJxRGNThe legal filing also stated that all of the instances of alleged sexual harassment occurred while Oakenfold was “physically near” the plaintiff, with one incident happening in the plaintiff’s own car. The woman said two management companies Oakenfold runs, his manager Paul Stepanek and some unnamed individuals breached her employment rights.

Producer and DJ Paul Oakenfold has responded to allegations of sexual harassment that have been made against him by a former personal assistant. Those claims, he insists, are part of a “calculated attempt to tarnish my reputation and extort money”.The allegations were made in a lawsuit that was filed with the courts in LA last week, in which an unnamed woman accuses Oakenfold, his manager Paul Stepanek, and the latter’s companies New Frequency Management and Stepanek Management, of violating her employment rights.The plaintiff says that she began working for LA-based New Frequency Management last October, primarily assisting Oakenfold, which involved working from the DJ’s home.

A-lister DJ and Swordfish soundtrack composer Paul Oakenfold has been accused of sexual harassment and workplace violations by a former personal assistant.

a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on Friday obtained by Deadline.The lawsuit, filed by attorneys for a 24-year-old woman identified only as Jane Roe, alleges that two management companies run by Oakenfold, along with manager Paul Stepanek and other unnamed individuals, violated her employment rights. The woman is seeking damages from five claims in excess of $25,000.The suit alleges that Oakenfold, who has remixed artists like the Rolling Stones, Madonna and Britney Spears, exposed himself and masturbated in front of the plaintiff four times on four different dates while she worked as his personal assistant in his home, with the first instance allegedly occurring on her first day of work.

Paul Oakenfold has been accused of sexual harassment by his former personal assistant.The accusations were brought to light in a new lawsuit, filed at LA Superior Court on Friday (June 2) by a woman who formerly worked for him. Identified as Jane Roe, the 24-year-old is seeking damages in excess of $25,000 (£20,000), and alleges that she was harassed on numerous occasions by the Grammy-nominated DJ.As per the suit, the complaint is formed of five claims, all taking place after she was hired in October 2022 and assigned to be the musician’s personal assistant for $20 per hour (£20).During this time, the plaintiff claims, Oakenfold allegedly exposed himself and masturbated in front of her on four separate occasions.

Just two months on since the tragic death of much loved entertainer Paul O’Grady, his husband has been hit with a second round of heartbreak as he confirmed two of the late star's pets have also died. Andre Portasio, Paul’s husband of 17 years shared the heartbreaking news on Thursday, as he revealed that the couple's pet goats, Maleficent and Beebo, sadly died on the same day.Taking to Instagram to share the news, Andre posted a photo of Paul alongside the adorable animals as he wrote: “Bad news that keeps on coming... a very sad day at our house.

A single mum has promised she will fight for her life for her children's sake after being diagnosed with cancer at just 29.

Bill Cosby has been accused of sexually assaulting a former Playboy model in a new lawsuit. Victoria Valentino filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles on Thursday claiming that The Cosby Show star drugged and sexually assaulted her and another woman at his home in 1969. According to The Associated Press, the documents alleged that Cosby "engaged in forced sexual intercourse" with Valentino while she was incapacitated by the drug.

A former Playboy model has filed a sexual assault lawsuit against Bill Cosby.

Scott and Nicole come to blows when she confronts him about making the choice to end his relationship with her mother, and admitting that his younger ex-girlfriend from Colombia has gotten back in contact with him.«You are not a good man,» Nicole screams at Scott. «All suspicions I had about you are true.