In a surprising turn of events, comedian Kevin Hart is facing a $12 million lawsuit from his former friend Jonathan “J.T.” Jackson over an alleged breach of contract related to the fallout from Hart’s 2017 sex tape extortion scandal.

The 2017 Extortion Scandal

In 2017, a sex tape featuring Kevin Hart was the subject of an extortion attempt. The video, which showed Hart with a woman who was not his then-pregnant wife Eniko Parrish, was allegedly used to demand money from the comedian. Hart eventually apologized to his family on social media, admitting to making “bad error in judgement.”

The Settlement Agreement

According to the lawsuit filed by Jackson, he and Hart reached a settlement agreement in 2021 regarding the extortion case. As part of the agreement, Hart allegedly promised to publicly exonerate Jackson and acknowledge the impact the legal ordeal had on their friendship. However, Jackson claims that when Hart made a statement on Instagram, it failed to adhere to the agreed-upon wording and fell short of explicitly declaring Jackson’s innocence or addressing the toll on their relationship as outlined in the contract.

Fabricated Evidence Allegations

The lawsuit also makes a startling accusation against Hart and his team. Jackson alleges that they submitted “fabricated evidence” to prosecutors that led to charges being filed against him. Although the charges were later dropped, Jackson claims this damaged his reputation and caused him emotional distress and professional setbacks.

Seeking Damages and Retraction

The $12 million lawsuit seeks damages, legal fees, and a retraction of false statements about Jackson in Hart’s 2019 docuseries “Don’t F— This Up.” The lawsuit alleges that Hart’s failure to fulfill his contractual obligations and the submission of fabricated evidence have had a significant impact on Jackson’s life and career.

Conclusion

The lawsuit between Kevin Hart and Jonathan “J.T.” Jackson highlights the complexities and potential consequences of high-profile legal disputes. As the case unfolds, it will be interesting to see how both parties respond and whether the allegations of breach of contract and fabricated evidence can be substantiated. The outcome of this lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for both Hart and Jackson.