Falling In Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke is facing a lawsuit from celebrity chef and entrepreneur Jade Cheng, who accuses the singer of defamation, slander and emotional distress following a series of alleged attacks on social media.
As first reported by the New York Post, the legal dispute stems from a rental arrangement involving a $3 million Hollywood Hills mansion. According to Cheng’s lawsuit, she entered into a lease agreement with Radke in February through her company, Superhumn Properties LLC.
The arrangement reportedly deteriorated after Radke accused Cheng of scamming him out of approximately $220,000.
The lawsuit takes issue with several videos and social media posts Radke allegedly published on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, in which he made a series of accusations against Cheng, including claims involving fraud, theft and her personal life.
Among the statements cited in the filing, Radke allegedly referred to Cheng as a “Thai boy,” claimed she had chlamydia and described her as a “scam artist escort.”
In one video, the singer reportedly called Cheng a “con artist,” claiming:
“She f***ed me over $220,000.”
He also allegedly stated:
“You’re never getting this house back.”
Cheng maintains that the allegations are fabricated and that Radke’s statements have damaged her reputation and caused emotional distress.
The lawsuit reportedly focuses on four categories of alleged defamatory accusations: claims that Cheng had chlamydia, worked as a sex worker, committed criminal activity, and stole approximately $220,000 from Radke.
The filing also references additional videos in which Radke allegedly made threatening remarks, including “We’re coming for you.” and “You’re going to get it.”
According to the New York Post, some of the footage shows Radke walking through the Hollywood Hills property, pointing out trash, dirty mattresses and other household debris. He also highlighted a red Solo cup that he claimed contained vodka. It remains unclear how the debris ended up at the property or whether Cheng was responsible.
Cheng is seeking an unspecified amount in general and compensatory damages. The New York Post reports that Radke was contacted for comment but had yet to respond.
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