Shannon Sharpe Quietly Settles $50M Assault Lawsuit—What You Need to Know

Former NFL star Shannon Sharpe has reportedly settled the $50 million lawsuit filed against him in Nevada by his ex-girlfriend Gabriella Zuniga. Zuniga accused the Club Shay Shay podcast host of sexual assault and engaging in non-consensual acts during their rocky two-year relationship. The exact amount of the settlement remains undisclosed, but Zuniga’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, confirmed via Instagram that a financial payout was made. In his statement, Buzbee said, “Both sides acknowledge a long-term consensual and tumultuous relationship,” and expressed satisfaction with the “mutually agreed upon resolution.” The case was dismissed with prejudice, meaning Zuniga cannot file the same lawsuit against Sharpe in the future.