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Former NFL Star Shannon Sharpe Accused of Assault and Sexual Battery in Lawsuit
Los Angeles, CA — April 22, 2025
NFL Hall of Famer and former Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens tight end Shannon Sharpe has been accused of multiple instances of assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, according to a lawsuit filed Sunday by an anonymous woman.
The civil suit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, alleges that Sharpe engaged in a pattern of “coercive, violent, and sexually abusive conduct” against the plaintiff, identified only as Jane Doe, over a period of time. The woman’s attorneys claim the incidents took place at various private residences in the Los Angeles area and at locations tied to Sharpe’s media and business dealings.
The filing outlines multiple accusations, including physical assault and non-consensual sexual acts, as well as allegations of emotional manipulation and intimidation. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages for what the plaintiff’s attorneys describe as “severe emotional distress, lasting trauma, and physical harm.”
Sharpe, 55, who transitioned into a highly successful broadcasting career after his Hall of Fame NFL tenure — most notably as a co-host on FS1’s Undisputed and later on his podcast Club Shay Shay — has yet to publicly respond to the allegations. His legal team has not released an official statement, but sources close to Sharpe say he “vehemently denies all accusations” and plans to “vigorously defend himself in court.”
The NFL and broadcasting networks associated with Sharpe have so far declined to comment on the matter, citing the ongoing legal process.
This lawsuit comes amid broader conversations about accountability and personal conduct involving public figures, especially those transitioning from sports into high-profile media careers. Sharpe, widely respected for both his on-field accomplishments and media presence, now faces a legal battle that could profoundly impact his public image and professional endeavors.
The case is expected to develop in the coming weeks as both parties prepare for pre-trial proceedings.
