Russell Simmons has filed a defamation lawsuit against HBO Max and filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering, claiming their 2020 documentary, which delves into sexual misconduct allegations against him, intentionally ignored substantial evidence supporting his innocence. The lawsuit, submitted to New York's Supreme Court, argues that multiple witnesses and relevant information were suppressed. Simmons seeks $20 million in damages, highlighting Oprah Winfrey's withdrawal as executive producer, which further complicated the film’s release and reflects on its production challenges. A full lawsuit is anticipated in the future.
Russell Simmons has filed a claim of defamation in court regarding the film On the Record, seeking $20 million in damages for alleged misconduct in its creation.
HBO, Kirby Dick, Amy Ziering, and their company willfully suppressed evidence that was supportive to Simmons, according to court documents.
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