Tasha K is reportedly seeking to have the defamation suit filed against her by Kevin Hart dismissed. Per a statement from Tasha K’s company, “Hart failed to plea specifically which statements they contend are false and defamatory or which facts they contend are true and an invasion of privacy.” In short, Tasha is arguing that Hart’s lawsuit is too vague to be considered valid.
The whole situation stems from an interview Tasha K conducted with Hart’s former assistant. The woman made a number of bombshell claims, such as Hart engaging in an affair and being unable to pay staff members due to gambling debts. Hart’s suit claims defamation, violation of an NDA, and that Tasha tried to “extort” $250K from him in exchange for not publishing the interview. A judge has yet to rule on the dismissal motion.
However, Tasha K isn’t the only person that Hart is currently feuding with. Hart and Katt Williams have traded blows back and forth after the latter’s Club Shay Shay interview last month. Things continued to spread long after the interview, especially after gym footage of Williams emerged. Footage has emerged appearing to back up Williams’ claim on Club Shay Shay suggesting that he can run a sub-4.50 40-yard dash. In the video, Williams is seen running the 40-yard dash in 4.47. That’s the same time that first-round pick Sauce Gardner ran in 2022. It appears that Williams wasn’t kidding about keeping himself in good shape.
However, fans used the video to further the beef between Williams and Kevin Hart. The actor and comedian took to social media in August 2023 to post a few videos of himself rolling around in a wheelchair. According to Hart’s video, he tore his torn lower abdomen and torn abductors while attempting to outpace former NFL star Stevan Ridley in a 40-yard dash. Ridley played eight seasons in the NFL between 2011 and 2018. Hart was reportedly sidelined for about six weeks thanks to the injury.
YouTube vlogger Tasha K, known by her real name Latasha Kebe, scored a legal victory this week as a judge ruled in her favor in a legal battle with comic actor Kevin Hart. The ruling pertains to an interview Kebe conducted with Hart’s former personal assistant Miesha Shakes, which Hart sought to have removed from Kebe’s pay-per-view platform.
According to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone, Hart filed an emergency petition for a restraining order against Kebe on Jan. 19. The petition was based on Kebe’s interview with Shakes, which Hart claimed contained defamatory statements and invasion of privacy.
During the court proceedings, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Mitchell L. Beckloff expressed concerns about the lack of direct quotes from the interview in Hart’s petition. Beckloff emphasized that the petition was vague and failed to address actual malice.
The judge questioned Hart’s lawyers about the absence of a transcript of the interview in their petition. Despite claims by Hart’s lawyer, Donte Mills, that they possessed the transcript, they opted not to submit it due to privacy concerns. Mills argued that the transcript’s inclusion would invade Hart’s privacy.
Hart previously sued Kebe and Shakes for defamation, breach of contract, invasion of privacy, and extortion. The lawsuit stemmed from Kebe’s alleged demand of $250,000 from Hart to prevent the interview’s release. Hart did not comply, and the interview was subsequently published on Kebe’s pay-per-view website.
In the interview, Shakes made allegations regarding Hart’s personal life, including infidelity. Mills argued that while adultery may be morally objectionable, it is not illegal, and therefore, the claims were defamatory and demonstrated malice on Kebe and Shakes’ part.
Judge Beckloff rejected Mills’ arguments and denied Hart’s request for a temporary restraining order. Instead, he advised Hart’s attorneys to file a separate motion to submit the transcript under seal or pursue a preliminary injunction through the existing lawsuit against Kebe and Shakes.
The ruling represents a legal victory for Tasha K as she retains the right to keep her interview with Kevin Hart’s former assistant Miesha Shakes online.
Torrei Hart says she means “no shade” to Kevin Hart by embarking on a comedy tour with Katt Williams. Kevin and Williams have been feuding since the latter’s viral appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast. She discussed the beef and her upcoming tour during a chat with TMZ published on Wednesday.
“Why wouldn’t he? I mean, I’m funny as f*ck,” she joked when asked why Katt chose her. “That’s my boy. We’ve known each other for years and it’s only right. I’ve opened up for Katt before. He’s given me plenty of opportunities. We’ve shot a movie together. We’re just close. We’re so close Katt has watched my dog before, like we’re friends. We’ve known each other for 20 years. This isn’t something that just happened.” As for Williams’ feud with Kevin, she added: “I have no shade at all to Kevin. Even the stuff that’s going on between him and Katt, that’s not my beef. That is not my beef. I have beef with no one.”
Torrei Hart With Kevin Hart & His Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame
HOLLYWOOD, CA – OCTOBER 10: (L-R) Torrei Hart, Hendrix Hart, Eniko Parrish, Heaven Hart and honoree Kevin Hart pose for a photo as Kevin Hart is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 10, 2016 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)
The drama began when Williams accused Kevin of being an industry plant while speaking with Sharpe. “In 15 years in Hollywood, no one in Hollywood has a memory of going to a sold-out Kevin Hart show, there being a line for him, ever getting a standing ovation at any comedy club,” Williams said. Later in the interview, he added: “For a five-year period, every single movie that Kevin Hart did was a movie that had been on my desk that all I had said was just, ‘Can we take some of this Stepin Fetchit sh*t out and then I can do it.” Kevin eventually responded on Twitter, writing: “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad.”
Torrei Hart On Touring With Katt Williams
Soon after, Torrei revealed she’d be performing with Williams. “My success is my success. I want everybody to win, I love everybody,” Kevin told TMZ in response to that news. “I want everybody to win, I hope the tour is great.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Torrei Hart as well as the feud between Katt Williams and Kevin Hart on HotNewHipHop.
Comedian Kevin Hart has escalated legal action against his former personal assistant, Miesha Shakes, and blogger Tasha K, following a contentious interview that led to a defamation of character lawsuit. In the latest development, Hart has submitted a crucial piece of evidence to the court: the non-disclosure agreement signed by his ex-assistant, Miesha Shakes.
Radar Online reports that this evidence is a part of Hart’s plea for a restraining order and injunction against the duo. The legal dispute stems from an interview Miesha Shakes did with gossip vlogger Tasha K, in which Hart claims she made several false statements about him. This interview prompted Hart to take legal action last month, alleging defamation.
Miesha Shakes was employed by Hart from August 2017 to October 2020. The lawsuit details an alleged attempt by an associate of Tasha K to extort $250,000 from Hart in exchange for not publishing the interview. Hart refused to pay the sum and instead chose to contact the police. His team also issued a cease and desist letter to Tasha K, demanding she not post the interview due to the existing non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and the alleged false claims made by Miesha.
Despite the cease and desist, Tasha K published the interview. In response, Hart has now attached to his motion the NDA signed by Miesha. This agreement, executed on October 22, 2020, after her employment ended, stipulates that Kevin Hart agreed to pay Miesha $30,000 per year for three years and provide health insurance for 36 months. In return, Miesha agreed not to disclose any confidential information learned during her employment and not to exploit Hart’s name without his advance written consent.
Comedian Kevin Hart initiated legal action against gossip vlogger Tasha K, alleging extortion attempts following an unflattering interview with his former personal assistant. Despite Hart’s requests, Tasha K has not removed the video, leading Hart to seek further legal recourse.
According to Radar Online, Hart has requested a temporary restraining order to compel Tasha K to remove the video of her interview with his ex-assistant Miesha Shakes. Hart claims the interview contains defamatory statements that threaten his reputation and career.
Court documents reveal that Hart filed a declaration as part of his lawsuit against both Tasha K and Miesha Shakes. He alleges that the interview, posted on Tasha K’s YouTube channel, features numerous false claims by his former assistant. Hart recounts that before the video was uploaded, an associate of Tasha K proposed to withhold the video for a $250,000 payment, an offer Hart declined and responded to by contacting the police.
Despite receiving a cease and desist letter from Hart’s lawyer, Tasha K proceeded to publish the interview. In response, Hart filed a lawsuit accusing her of civil extortion and defamation. The lawsuit states, “[Tasha] has an established history of posting defamatory and otherwise improper content regarding celebrities.”
In his declaration, Hart emphasizes the impact of these allegations on his career, particularly given his involvement in family-oriented projects like the ‘Jumanji’ franchise, ‘Fatherhood,’ ‘Captain Underpants,’ and ‘The Secret Life of Pets.’ He also mentions his role as a spokesperson for various national brands, which depend on the public perception of his reputation, respectability, and character.
Hart disclosed that Miesha Shakes was employed by him from August 2017 to October 2020. As part of her exit agreement, he agreed to provide her with $30,000 per year and health insurance for three years. Hart asserts that, in addition to discussing private matters in breach of their non-disclosure agreement, Shakes made blatantly false statements in the interview, including an accusation that he secretly recorded a sexual encounter and faced criminal charges related to the incident. Hart denies these claims, stating he never made such a recording nor faced any criminal charges in connection with the alleged incident.
As of now, a judge has not yet decided on Hart’s motion for a temporary restraining order.
Kevin Hart and Torrei Hart endured a relationship filled with ups and downs. Their relationship, marriage, and eventual divorce have continued to pop up time and time again. Evidently, as Kevin Hart is one of the most prominent figures in the entertainment industry, his romances have been closely followed by fans and the media alike. However, Torrei Hart is also a full-fledged comedian as well. The pair rarely relate with one another today, save for their co-parenting duties. Nonetheless, once upon a time, they were inseparable. Let’s take a closer look at the timeline of their relationship.
Kevin Hart and wife Torrei during Polaroid/OutKast 2004 Grammy Party at Private Residence in Hollywood, California, United States. (Photo by Maury Phillips/WireImage)
Kevin and Torrei Hart first met in Philadelphia while attending community college. They both shared a passion and love for comedy, and this made them bond quickly. Their connection was immediate, and their relationship blossomed soon after. The pair began dating and decided to embark on a journey to establish careers in the entertainment industry, making the big move to Los Angeles. After eight months together, the lovebirds got engaged.
2003-2008: Tying The Knot, Parenthood & Life In The Spotlight
Kevin and Torrei Hart were engaged for a year before they got married in 2003. The couple had a private ceremony and were surrounded by family and friends. They started building their life together, and in 2005, they welcomed their first child — a daughter they named Heaven Leigh Hart. Three years later, Torrei gave birth to their son, Hendrix Hart.
As Kevin’s career began to take off with stand-up comedy specials and acting roles, the couple faced the challenges of maintaining a relationship in the demanding entertainment industry. His career soared to new heights, and his rising stardom meant he spent more time away from home. This also meant that Torrei spent more time alone raising their children. As the years passed, Kevin made appearances in successful movies, TV shows, and stand-up specials. However, this put a strain on their marriage.
In February 2010, after almost eight years of marriage, Kevin and Torrei Hart were reportedly separated and headed for divorce. Kevin requested joint custody of their two children. A year later, the pair finalized their divorce. While the two cited irreconcilable differences as the cause for their divorce, many believed that Torrei’s inability to build a successful career was the cause. According to PEOPLE, Torrei later stated that Kevin Hart had cheated on her in 2009. The lady in question was allegedly Kevin’s current wife, Eniko Parrish.
Post-Divorce
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Despite their separation, the former couple have continuously emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their children. Both Kevin and Torrei Hart continued to pursue their respective careers and throughout the challenges that come with their respective careers, they maintained a united front when it came to their children. As aforementioned, Kevin famously married Eniko Parrish in 2016. The new couple has a son, Kenzo Kash, and a daughter, Kaori. Torrei, on the other hand, has been open about her experiences co-parenting with her ex-husband and his new wife.
2023 – Present: Brewing Trouble?
While on The Cali Kickback Podcast, Torrei Hart spoke about how her career as a comedian was not easy because she was married to Kevin. “Honestly, I think it’s hindered me more so than helped,” she said. “It just so happens the person that I married just blew up so big and so it’s me just working on getting out of a shadow and constantly putting in the work. But I was always in the comedy realm, that’s my life.”
She also gave a shout-out to comedian Katt Williams who put her out there to perform. Just this month, Torrei has been confirmed to join Katt on tour. She will accompany him on the remaining dates of his The Dark Matter Tour. This comes just after the comedian had slammed her ex-husband in his infamous Club Shay Shay interview. Kevin Hart has since then cleared the air on his feelings about Torrei and Katt touring together. He told TMZ: “I want everybody to win, hope the tour is great.”
Comedian Kevin Hart’s legal saga has taken a serious turn as his ex-assistant, Miesha Shakes, has officially been served with legal papers related to the lawsuit filed against her and gossip vlogger Tasha K. The comedian is not holding back, employing a process server to ensure the delivery of the necessary documents.
The legal proceedings were set in motion just weeks after Hart initiated legal action against Shakes and YouTuber Tasha K, whose real name is Latasha Kebe. According to Radar Online, the documents obtained by the publication revealed that Miesha Shakes was served with the lawsuit at a Glendale, CA, apartment on January 9.
The proof of service of summons, filed in Los Angeles on January 10, solidified the confirmation that Shakes received all the legal documents pertaining to Hart’s lawsuit at 8:11 PM earlier in the week. With this official notification, the ball is now in Shakes’ court as she must decide on her next move and respond to the legal matter.
The lawsuit, as reported by Radar Online last month, stems from an online interview conducted by Tasha K and featuring Miesha Shakes. The interview, published on Tasha K’s Instagram and YouTube channel, “Unwine with Tasha K,” on December 22, delved into sensitive topics, including Shakes’ claims that Kevin Hart cheated on his wife, Eniko, at his office during her employment from August 2017 to October 2020.
Shakes not only made cheating accusations but also alleged that Hart had a gambling problem. The interview was captioned provocatively, stating, “The interview that Kevin Hart will WISH NEVER CAME OUT!!”
In response to the allegations, Kevin Hart’s lawsuit takes a strong stance. The legal documents claim that Tasha K threatened to release the interview unless Hart paid a ransom of $250,000. According to Hart, an individual affiliated with Tasha K reached out to his representative in November, forewarning them about the potential damage to Hart’s reputation.
Taking swift action, Kevin Hart contacted law enforcement and issued a cease and desist order to Tasha K. The lawsuit points to the non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that Shakes signed during her employment, with Hart arguing that the release of the interview would constitute intentional interference with contractual relations.
As the legal drama continues to unfold, the spotlight remains on Kevin Hart, Tasha K, and Miesha Shakes, with the public eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this high-profile legal battle.
Kevin Hart is unbothered about his ex-wife, Torrei Hart, joining Katt Williams on tour. Catching up with TMZ, Hart delivered his reaction.
“My success is my success. I want everybody to win, I love everybody,” Hart said. “I want everybody to win, I hope the tour is great.”
Torrei Hart’s announcement follows Hart and Williams recently exchanging words, following the latter’s appearance on Club Shay Shay. Torrei Hart, also a comedian, revealed she would join Williams on select dates with more on the way.
“Come see me live with my good friend @kattwilliams on the Dark Matter Tour,” Torrei wrote on Instagram.
During NBA Unplugged, which he hosts alongside his Plastic Cup Boyz on ESPN, Hart got some jokes in while watching the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers.
“Another fun fact about the New York Knicks, I don’t know if you guys know this, but Katt Williams bought the Knicks, and it’s rumored that he took the Knicks back, returned them with a receipt,” Hart said. “He’s the first person to ever do that. He bought them for 15 days and returned them. That’s another fun fact about the New York Knicks.”
He added a couple more jokes about Williams’ claims about reading 3,000 books in a year at age six and stating he runs a 4.1 40-yard-dash time.
Kevin Hart dropping “known facts” on Katt Williams and the Knicks
Comedian Katt WIlliams really shook the room among rappers and comedians alike on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, which has prompted almost all the people mentioned to respond, including famous funnyman Kevin Hart.
Katt suggested that Hart is an “industry plant,” asking, “Has there ever been a comedian to get their own sitcom and a starring role in a movie like Hart did with ‘Soul Plane’ on their first year in Los Angeles?”
Hart responded to Williams on X, saying, “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad. In the meantime…. Please enjoy MY MOVIE TRAILER to my next film ‘LIFT’ which will be dropping on @netflix in 8 days!!!!! There is a moment in the trailer where @gugumbatharaw says ‘They Really Love You’….I now know she’s talking about ‘Katt’ Mark yo calendars world!!!! This one is SPECIAL!!!!”
Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad. In the meantime…. Please enjoy MY MOVIE TRAILER to my next film “LIFT” which will be dropping on @netflix in 8 days!!!!! There is a moment in the trailer where @gugumbatharaw says “They Really Love You” ….I now know… pic.twitter.com/vM8PhVoC08
Torrei Hart, the ex-wife of comedian Kevin Hart, will be going on tour with Katt Williams. Yes, you read that right.
The announcement follows Hart and Williams recently exchanging words, following the latter’s appearance on Club Shay Shay. Torrei Hart, also a comedian, revealed she would be joining Williams on select dates with more on the way.
“Come see me live with my good friend @kattwilliams on the Dark Matter Tour,” Torrei wrote on Instagram.
During NBA Unplugged, which he hosts alongside his Plastic Cup Boyz on ESPN, Hart got some jokes in while watching the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers.
“Another fun fact about the New York Knicks, I don’t know if you guys know this, but Katt Williams bought the Knicks, and it’s rumored that he took the Knicks back, returned them with a receipt,” Hart said. “He’s the first person to ever do that. He bought them for 15 days and returned them. That’s another fun fact about the New York Knicks.”
He added a couple more jokes about Williams’ claims about reading 3,000 books in a year at age six and stating he runs a 4.1 40-yard-dash time.
Kevin Hart dropping “known facts” on Katt Williams and the Knicks
Comedian Katt WIlliams really shook the room among rappers and comedians alike on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, which has prompted almost all the people mentioned to respond, including famous funnyman Kevin Hart.
Katt suggested that Hart is an “industry plant,” asking, “Has there ever been a comedian to get their own sitcom and a starring role in a movie like Hart did with ‘Soul Plane’ on their first year in Los Angeles?”
Hart responded to Williams on X, saying, “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad. In the meantime…. Please enjoy MY MOVIE TRAILER to my next film ‘LIFT’ which will be dropping on @netflix in 8 days!!!!! There is a moment in the trailer where @gugumbatharaw says ‘They Really Love You’….I now know she’s talking about ‘Katt’ Mark yo calendars world!!!! This one is SPECIAL!!!!”
Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad. In the meantime…. Please enjoy MY MOVIE TRAILER to my next film “LIFT” which will be dropping on @netflix in 8 days!!!!! There is a moment in the trailer where @gugumbatharaw says “They Really Love You” ….I now know… pic.twitter.com/vM8PhVoC08
Katt Williams set 2024 ablaze when he sat down with Shannon Sharpe on the latest episode of Club Shay Shay. The expansive interview found Katt Williams making many claims about Kevin Hart, Steve Harvey, or other comedians that most would consider his peers. He accused Hart of being an industry plant of sorts, a claim that many have debunked since. However, Hart later responded in a brief and passive-aggressive tone. “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad,” he stated.
Evidently, the feud between Katt Williams and Kevin Hart didn’t end there and it appears that things might be getting personal soon. Torrei Hart, Kevin’s ex-wife, hit Instagram where she shared a photo alongside Williams. However, it appears that Torrei will soon be in cahoots with the comedian as she revealed that she’ll be going on tour with Katt. “ #Charlotte #Orlando #Tampa, come see me live with my good friend [Katt Williams] on the Dark Matters Tour,” she captioned the post. It remains unclear whether her set will include any mentions regarding her ex-husband.
Torrei Hart has tried to get her feet wet in the stand-up world over the past few years. Evidently, Williams has some sort of appreciation for her craft if he’s willing to bring her on tour. Along with the photo with Williams, Torrei shared a snippet from his interview on Club Shay Shay where he discussed the type of comedians that he’s willing to work with. “I only put on comedians that are funnier than me,” he said. “Anyone that told you differently was a fat Faizon liar,” he added, referring to comedian Faizon Love.
Torrei Hart said she’ll join Katt Williams on his tour dates in Charlotte on Jan. 27th, Orlando on Feb. 2nd, and Rampa on Feb. 3rd. We could imagine that they might have more in the works following their stint together on the road. Check out Torrei Hart’s post above and sound off with your thoughts in the comment section below.
NBA Unplugged with Kevin Hart on ESPN2 