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Will Smith Sued by Violinist Brian King Joseph Over Allegations Linked to 2025 Tour

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Will Smith has been sued in Los Angeles by violinist Brian King Joseph, who has accused the actor and musician of sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination linked to Smith’s 2025 Based on a True Story tour.

The lawsuit, filed on 30 December 2025 in the Superior Court of California, names Smith and his production company, Treyball Studios Management, Inc. Joseph, a classically trained violinist who gained wider attention after reaching the finals of America’s Got Talent, claims he began working with Smith in late 2024 following a joint performance in San Diego. He was later invited to join Smith’s international tour and to contribute musically to an upcoming album.

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According to the court filing, the dispute centres on an incident that allegedly took place in March 2025 during a tour stop in Las Vegas. Joseph claims he returned to his hotel room, arranged and paid for by Smith’s management, and found signs that someone had entered the room without his permission. He states that there were no indications of forced entry.

Joseph alleges that inside the room he found several items that did not belong to him, including a handwritten note, a bottle of HIV medication prescribed to another individual, cleaning wipes, a beer bottle and hospital discharge papers bearing a different name. The note reportedly read, “Brian, I’ll be back no later 5:30, just us,” accompanied by a hand-drawn heart and the name “Stone F.”

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In the lawsuit, Joseph says he found the discovery distressing and alarming. He reported the matter to hotel security, contacted local police through a non-emergency line and informed members of Smith’s touring team. The complaint alleges that instead of receiving support, Joseph was accused of fabricating the incident and was subjected to verbal humiliation by a member of Smith’s management.

Joseph further claims that he was dismissed from the tour only days after raising the complaint. He alleges the termination was retaliatory and that another violinist was hired shortly afterwards to replace him. His legal team argues that the explanation given for his removal was a pretext and that his dismissal was directly connected to his decision to report the hotel incident.

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The lawsuit also refers to earlier interactions between Smith and Joseph which Joseph’s lawyers describe as inappropriate. One alleged comment attributed to Smith refers to a “special connection” between the two, which Joseph claims made him uncomfortable. In the filing, Joseph’s legal team argues that these interactions, taken together with the Las Vegas incident, point to a broader pattern of conduct rather than an isolated event.

Joseph is seeking unspecified damages for emotional distress, loss of income and long-term psychological harm, including post-traumatic stress disorder. The claims have not been tested in court, and no findings have been made.

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Smith has denied the allegations. His attorney, Allen B. Grodsky, has described the lawsuit as false, baseless and reckless, stating that Smith intends to defend himself vigorously and pursue all available legal remedies. Representatives for Smith have not issued further comment beyond rejecting the claims.

The case remains at an early stage and will proceed through the US court system, where the allegations and denials will be examined as part of the legal process.

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Seen at LA Dinner with Kendall Jenner

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet were recently seen on a quiet night out in Los Angeles, joined by her sister Kendall Jenner.

Weeks after the 2026 Oscars, where Chalamet did not take home the Best Actor award, he joined Jenner and Kendall for dinner in Los Angeles. The group visited Sushi Park, a spot known for drawing regulars from the film and fashion industries who prefer to keep a low profile.

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Sushi Park is widely recognised as a place where well-known faces can dine without much attention. The setting matched the evening, with no formal entrances or organised appearances.

Coverage from publications including Harper’s Bazaar, Elle and InStyle highlighted how relaxed the evening appeared. Jenner wore a simple black outfit made up of a cropped top and low-rise trousers, while Chalamet kept to a familiar casual look with loose denim, a white long-sleeve shirt and a cap. Kendall dressed along similar lines, choosing denim and flats.

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During awards season, both Jenner and Chalamet appeared in more formal looks suited to red carpet events. At the Oscars, Jenner wore a Schiaparelli gown, while Chalamet opted for tailored evening wear. This dinner, by comparison, reflected a more everyday approach to dressing.

With the awards season behind them, the outing came across as a straightforward evening out. The pair did not step away from public view, but chose a setting that was not tied to a major event.

They have mostly kept their relationship visible but private. Even at high-profile events, they are rarely photographed together on red carpets, often appearing inside venues instead.

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Kendall Jenner’s presence shifted the evening away from a typical date setting and into something more familiar. It read as a shared night out rather than a staged appearance.

The outing remained simple, without any effort to turn it into a larger public moment. There was no coordinated styling or presentation beyond their arrival.

At a time when celebrity appearances are often carefully planned, this dinner did not connect itself to the Oscars or attempt to build on it. It remained what it was, a dinner in Los Angeles.

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Aubrey Plaza Reveals Baby Bump Following Pregnancy News with Christopher Abbott

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Aubrey Plaza has made her first public appearance with a visible baby bump, confirming the pregnancy after earlier speculation. The 41-year-old actor was photographed in New York City shortly after news broke that she is expecting her first child with fellow actor Christopher Abbott, 40.

Plaza was seen walking her dog in casual clothing, including sweatpants, a polo-style top and dark sunglasses. This contrasts with her recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week, where she wore oversized outfits that concealed her pregnancy. The shift in how she is now being seen in public follows weeks of looser styling choices that had prompted speculation.

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Confirmation of the pregnancy came via her representative, with multiple outlets reporting that the baby is due in autumn 2026. The news has been described as unexpected but welcome, following a difficult period. It marks a significant personal development at a time when Plaza has largely kept her private life out of public discussion.

The past year included personal loss following the death of her husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena, in January 2025 after their separation. The development adds context to the timing of the pregnancy, though Plaza has not publicly commented on the news herself.

Her relationship with Abbott has remained mostly private. The two have an established creative history, having worked together on the 2020 film Black Bear and the stage production Danny and the Deep Blue Sea. Their shift from collaborators to partners unfolded gradually, with sightings throughout 2025 but no formal announcement.

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Abbott, known for his work in Girls and a range of independent films, keeps a low public profile, and both keep their personal lives out of public view.

Plaza’s decision to step out appears deliberate. There was no coordinated reveal, no social media statement, and no interview attached to the sighting. Instead, it took place during a routine walk that was later photographed, bringing confirmation into the public domain without a formal announcement.

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Kim Kardashian Appears in Lewis Hamilton’s Tokyo Drift Video Featuring Ferrari F40

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Lewis Hamilton has released a new Tokyo driving video featuring a Ferrari F40, with Kim Kardashian appearing briefly in the passenger seat during the sequence filmed in Japan.

The clip, titled “Tokyo Drift Vol. III”, was shared on Hamilton’s Instagram and shows the Formula 1 driver performing controlled drift manoeuvres at Daikoku Parking Area in Yokohama, a location frequently used for car meet-ups and automotive filming.

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Kardashian appears partway through the video, seated in the passenger seat as the car slows to a stop. Her reaction is shown briefly, including a comment describing the experience as “insane”. The moment lasts only a few seconds but is clearly included within the final edit of the clip.

The video was filmed during Hamilton’s recent visit to Japan around the Japanese Grand Prix period, according to reports from entertainment media outlets including People and Page Six. Kardashian was also in Japan at the same time, alongside members of her family, including her sister Khloé Kardashian and her children.

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The Ferrari F40 featured in the video is one of the most recognised supercars of the late 1980s, known for its lightweight construction and analogue driving feel. It remains a highly sought-after model among collectors. In the clip, it is used in a drifting sequence rather than displayed in a static setting.

Hamilton has previously shared driving-focused content filmed in Tokyo, often using classic or high-performance vehicles in controlled environments. This latest release has drawn additional attention largely due to Kardashian’s appearance in the passenger seat.

Neither Hamilton nor Kardashian has issued any further comment beyond the video itself.

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