Chris Brown Slammed With Another Lawsuit Over Social Media Humiliation

By Afouda Bamidele on April 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

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Chris Brown can not seem to catch a break with legal dramas as another one enters his to-do list.

The sensational singer, who is dealing with several active court cases, has been mentioned in another lawsuit filed by a woman claiming she was humiliated by him.

Chris Brown's new lawsuit comes amid his ongoing legal tussle with Warner Bros and its producers for promoting a defamatory project against him and his brand.

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The Plaintiff Accused Chris Brown Of Allegedly Posting A Distorted Video Of Her

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The woman named Angela Reliford filed a lawsuit against the singer, alleging that he publicly humiliated her on social media, which has caused her significant reputational damage and emotional distress. 

Reliford, who submitted the lawsuit without legal representation, claims that Brown invaded her privacy and portrayed her falsely. In her suit, she pointed out that Brown has over 145 million followers on social media.

She accused him of reposting a manipulated video of her that included distorted audio and ominous music, along with her mugshot from a wrongful arrest. The video also contained misleading captions suggesting that she intended harm to Brown and his dancers. 

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As shared by In Touch, Reliford argues that Brown shared this edited video with millions of followers without verifying its authenticity or considering the potential harm it could inflict on her.

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The Singer's Accuser Claimed The Video Was An Untrue Representation Of Her Person

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Relifod claimed the "Residuals" singer maliciously reposted an edited video that she believes misrepresents her character by depicting her as dangerous and unstable.

She claims that Brown acted with reckless disregard for the truth by not verifying the content before sharing it with his large audience. As a result of his actions, the plaintiff asserts that she has suffered significant harm to her reputation.

She has reportedly faced public ridicule and experienced emotional distress, including harassment and threats from the singer's fans. Additionally, she noted that several blogs have published stories about Brown's post, further damaging her standing. 

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The accuser is now seeking unspecified damages for the alleged harm done to her reputation, while Brown has not yet responded to these allegations in court.

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Brown's Other Active Case Is Against Warner Bros.

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Relifod is not the only one clearing up her name; the performer is also doing the same in his case with Warner Bros. In January, as noted by The Blast, Brown filed a lawsuit against the producers of a docuseries, alleging that the series contains false narratives and defamatory statements about him. 

He directed his accusations towards Warner Bros. Discovery, Ample, and other parties involved in the production of the series. The singer emphasized his innocence regarding any sex-related crimes, rejecting the depiction of him as a "serial rapist and a sexual abuser." 

He also highlighted that the main character in the project had taken back her words and acknowledged that her accusations were false. The singer now demands that the production company pay him $500 million for his troubles.

The Grammy Winner Is Also Butting Heads In Court With His Former Housekeeper

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In another event, the singer's former domestic staff member also took legal action against the artist, alleging that she was attacked by a dog in his home while working there. 

As shared by The Blast, the incident reportedly left her with severe injuries to her face and arms, along with permanent damage to her body. 

Due to the incident, her lawyer made serious accusations against the artist, claiming that he was present during the attack but failed to intervene. Instead, he allegedly directed his bodyguards to dispose of the dog in an attempt to cover up the incident. 

The bodyguards supposedly transported the dog to Humboldt County in Northern California, where they abandoned it. The local humane society later discovered and euthanized the animal.

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Avila's attorney criticized the artist for his inaction following the attack, pointing out that he did not take her to the hospital or offer any support. To strengthen her case, the former housekeeper also provided photographs of her injuries.

Chris Brown Celebrates 20 Years Of His Craft With A New Tour

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In more exciting news, The Blast reported that in March 2025, Brown announced an extensive tour to commemorate "20 years of Chris Brown," titled the "Breezy Bowl."

The tour will feature special guests like Summer Walker and Bryson Tiller. In his enthusiastic Instagram post, he expressed his excitement about sharing this milestone with fans, vowing to take them through his musical eras while giving his all. 

The European leg of the tour is set to kick off in early June, with stops in cities like Amsterdam, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Manchester, Cardiff, London, and Paris. 

For the North American leg, Brown will perform in various cities, including Miami, Tampa, Pennsylvania, Detroit, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, and the DMV area. Additional dates are also announced in Denver, San Antonio, and Orlando.

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With the tour and other cases on Chris Brown's table, which direction will this new lawsuit take?

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