Kevin Hart Takes Legal Action: Sues YouTuber Tasha K for Extortion Over Explosive Interview Threat

Kevin Hart, the renowned comedian and actor, has filed a lawsuit against controversial YouTuber Tasha K and his former assistant, Miesha Shakes, alleging extortion over a bombshell interview. The legal action centers on claims that Tasha K threatened to release damaging content unless a six-figure ransom was paid.

Kevin Hart sues YouTuber Tasha K

According to the lawsuit obtained by Page Six, Tasha K interviewed Kevin Hart’s former assistant, Miesha Shakes, making false and defamatory statements about Hart. Subsequently, an alleged affiliate of Tasha K demanded a $250,000 ransom, threatening to publish the damaging interview related to Hart’s marriage and business dealings.

Kevin Hart is suing Tasha K for extortion.

According to a lawsuit obtained by Page Six, Tasha allegedly threatened to release a ‘bombshell’ interview with his ex-assistant unless he paid her a ransom of $250,000. pic.twitter.com/9lg5CbyrxC

— Pop Base (@PopBase) December 27, 2023

Upon receiving the alleged extortion demand, Kevin Hart’s team reportedly contacted the police and issued a cease-and-desist letter to Tasha K. The letter highlighted that Shakes had previously signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement and a Confidentiality Agreement during her employment with Hart from 2017 to 2020.

Release of the Controversial Interview:

Despite legal warnings, Tasha K proceeded to release the full interview on her subscription-based website on December 22. The interview covered various legal disputes involving Hart, along with claims of a gambling addiction and habitual infidelity.

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Legal Claims Against Tasha K and Miesha Shakes:

Kevin Hart is now pursuing legal action against both Tasha K and Shakes. The lawsuit includes charges of extortion and invasion of privacy against both women. Additionally, Hart is suing Shakes for breach of contract and defamation. Furthermore, he aims to hold Tasha K accountable for intentional interference with contractual relations.

Comedian Kevin Hart's defamation lawsuit against YouTuber Tasha K is local here in LA.

The 21-page complaint outlines an extortion attempt that Hart was having no part of.

"Hart and his representatives contacted the police and did not pay the ransom that Kebe was demanding." pic.twitter.com/pIWDmro6Fs

— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) December 28, 2023

Tasha K’s Troubles with the Law:

The lawsuit references Tasha K’s history of engaging in defamatory content about celebrities, citing Cardi B as a notable example. Tasha K lost a defamation lawsuit filed by Cardi B

, resulting in damages exceeding $3 million. Despite filing for bankruptcy, the judge ruled against Tasha K using her financial ruin to avoid payment.

As the legal battle unfolds, Kevin Hart’s lawsuit sheds light on the alleged extortion plot orchestrated by Tasha K and the defamatory statements made in the controversial interview. The case underscores the challenges celebrities face in navigating the digital landscape and protecting their privacy against online personalities known for sensationalized content.

Kevin Hart after Cardi B showed the world you can successfully sue these bloggers for millions pic.twitter.com/iTUhVK4OgB

— CARDIA 🫵🏽 (@CCardib2) December 27, 2023

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