What are the allegations against Will Smith in the lawsuit? Find out here.

Will Smith is currently facing a lawsuit from America’s Got Talent contestant Brian King Joseph, who joined the famous actor and singer on his Based on a True Story global tour in 2025. Joseph showcased his talent as a violinist during Smith’s concert, where he performed some of Smith’s most iconic songs.

Smith’s Based on a True Story album marked his fifth musical record and arrived two decades after his previous album, Lost and Found. This album release coincided with a significant surge in Smith’s professional trajectory, following his involvement in various movie sequels such as Bad Boys and Men in Black, as well as his standout performance as Richard Williams in the sports biopic King Richard, which eventually earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.

Nonetheless, Smith’s Oscar win was overshadowed by a controversial incident at the 2022 Oscars, where he slapped comedian Chris Rock on stage in response to a joke made about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. As a result of this outburst, Smith faced repercussions from the Academy, leading to a ban and a public apology to Rock posted on social media.

Recently, Smith has found himself embroiled in a legal battle after being served with a lawsuit on December 30, 2025, concerning his conduct during the tour.

Brian King Joseph has filed a lawsuit against Will Smith and Treyball Studios Management, Inc., alleging sexual harassment and wrongful termination. The lawsuit accuses Smith of engaging in “predatory behavior” and orchestrating a plan to exploit Joseph sexually. Joseph narrates an incident in March 2025, where he found a note in his Las Vegas hotel room hinting at potential harm as well as items left behind by an unknown individual. Upon reporting this threatening incident, Joseph claims he was met with condemnation from a member of Smith’s team, leading to his dismissal from the tour.

The lawsuit details the emotional distress, economic loss, and harm to reputation suffered by Joseph due to the alleged incident, without specifying the amount of damages sought by King in his claim.

In response to these serious allegations, Smith’s legal representative, Allen B. Grotsky, has vehemently denied the accusations against the actor, labeling them as baseless, unfounded, and defamatory. Grotsky asserts that all necessary legal measures will be taken to address these claims and uncover the truth behind them.

Despite the unfolding legal battle, Joseph has expressed gratitude to his supporters on social media for their continued backing during this challenging time. He has taken a stand against workplace misconduct and encouraged others to speak up against similar injustices they may have faced.

The lawsuit against Will Smith continues to unfold, with both parties preparing to navigate the legal landscape in pursuit of justice and resolution.