Charlamagne Tha God has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Shannon Sharpe, who is facing a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit.
Speaking on the Brilliant Idiots podcast with cohost Andrew Schulz, Charlamagne criticised Sharpe’s decisions leading up to the allegations, suggesting he placed himself in a vulnerable position by dating a much younger OnlyFans model.
"There is absolutely no reason for a 56-year-old man – 54-year-old man, at the time – to be hollering at a 19-year-old," Charlamagne remarked. Schulz agreed, adding that being involved with someone from OnlyFans significantly increases risk, saying, "a 99 percent chance this will happen."
The case against Sharpe, a former NFL star and current sports commentator, continues to draw attention. Sharpe has denied all accusations and revealed that his accuser is an OnlyFans model. He has also been criticised for how he has managed public reaction to the lawsuit. Charlamagne suggested Sharpe should remain silent and let the legal process unfold rather than engage publicly.
Schulz also recalled a conversation with Sharpe where the sports figure advised against entering elevators alone with single women, highlighting the caution Sharpe had previously shown regarding his public image and interactions.
Other public figures have also spoken out. Stephen A. Smith, Sharpe’s colleague on First Take, offered support while clarifying he has no direct knowledge of the case. "Do I believe that Shannon Sharpe is guilty of what he has been accused of? Absolutely not. That is my personal opinion," Smith said on his show, stressing it was based on personal impressions rather than factual knowledge.
The lawsuit against Sharpe and the growing debate around his private choices continue to evolve as legal proceedings move forward.
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