Kanye Label Boss Sues to Unmask Anonymous Figure Behind ‘Defamatory’ Websites
Larry Jackson, a music executive, is suing to identify the anonymous individuals behind websites he claims are spreading defamatory information about him and his label, Gamma. The lawsuit alleges that these sites published false statements following an article that portrayed him negatively in relation to Kanye West's career. Jackson seeks court assistance to uncover the identities of those responsible for what he describes as a coordinated smear campaign.
- ▪Larry Jackson is suing to unmask anonymous figures behind defamatory websites.
- ▪The lawsuit claims the websites published false statements about Jackson and his label, Gamma.
- ▪Jackson alleges that the smear campaign caused him substantial harm and was orchestrated by a single actor or group.
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| Publication time | Thu, 28 May 2026 01:22:16 +0000 |
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