Will Smith sued by tour violinist over sexual harassment, wrongful termination

Updated On: 02 January, 2026 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Will Smith faces a lawsuit from tour violinist Brian King Joseph, who accuses the actor of sexual harassment, predatory behaviour, and retaliation. Joseph claims he was wrongfully fired after reporting an alleged incident during Smith’s 2025 tour

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Will Smith has been sued by a tour violinist who is accusing the Hollywood star-rapper of sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation. In the suit, musician Brian King Joseph names Smith and Treyball Studios Management as defendants and accuses Smith of “predatory behavior” and “deliberately grooming and priming Joseph for further sexual exploitation” while on his Based on a True Story: 2025 Tour.

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Joseph has accused Will Smith of “predatory behavior” and “deliberately grooming and priming Mr. Joseph for further sexual exploitation” while on his tour last year.

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