Shannon Sharpe Settles Rape Lawsuit, Accuser’s Lawyer Says

The legal professional representing the lady accusing Shannon Sharpe of rape stated Friday each side have agreed to a settlement within the civil case.

Tony Buzbee introduced in a press release on his Instagram web page that “after protracted and respectful negotiations,” Sharpe and his accuser “reached a mutually agreed upon resolution.”

No phrase on the specifics of the couple’s pact … however Buzbee added, “All matters have now been addressed satisfactorily, and the matter is closed. The lawsuit will thus be dismissed with prejudice.”

A girl ID’ed solely as Jane Doe sued Sharpe again in April … alleging the NFL legend brutally sexually assaulted her a number of occasions on the finish of 2024 and the start of 2025 — following a yearslong, abusive relationship.

The lady — who claimed she met Sharpe in 2023 at a health club in Los Angeles when she was 20 years previous — known as Sharpe controlling and verbally abusive.

Days after submitting the go well with, Buzbee launched an audio file by which a person sounding like Sharpe could be heard showing to threaten to “f***ing choke the s* out” of his accuser.

Sharpe had known as the lady’s allegations “a shakedown” … and stated he was planning to sue for defamation.

“I know my family and fans know exactly what this is about,” the Professional Soccer Corridor of Famer stated on April 30. “And I’m going to be out there telling you whatever I need to say, just like I always do. I love all you guys. Thanks.”