Former Model Accuses Rockstar Axl Rose of Sexual Assault – Shocking Lawsuit Revealed
Welcome to Music Nation 365, where we keep you updated on all the latest news from the music world. Today, we’re diving into a shocking lawsuit involving former Penthouse magazine model Sheila Kennedy and Guns N’ Roses singer, Axl Rose. Kennedy has filed a lawsuit against Rose, alleging that he raped her in a 1989 attack at a New York City hotel. The incident has left Kennedy with anxiety, depression, and has significantly impacted her career.
Kennedy, now 61, filed the lawsuit in State Supreme Court in Manhattan, seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the physical injury, pain and suffering, severe emotional distress, mental anguish, humiliation, embarrassment, anxiety, and economic harm she has endured. The lawsuit was made possible under the Adult Survivors Act, a temporary New York law that allows adult victims to sue over attacks that occurred even decades ago. This law expires after Thursday, putting a deadline on such cases.
Attorney Alan S. Gutman, speaking on behalf of Rose, denied the allegations, stating that the incident never happened. Rose himself has no recollection of meeting or speaking to Kennedy and is confident that the case will be resolved in his favor. Kennedy’s lawsuit recounts a disturbing encounter where Rose allegedly assaulted her after meeting her at a Manhattan nightclub. The lawsuit describes in detail how Kennedy was treated as mere “property” for Rose’s pleasure, causing her lasting emotional, physical, and financial damage.
According to the lawsuit, Kennedy has suffered from symptoms akin to post-traumatic stress disorder whenever she hears Rose’s name or the music of Guns N’ Roses. This trauma has led to diagnoses of anxiety and depression, affecting her ability to attend social events crucial for her career. Kennedy has previously shared her allegations against Rose in her 2016 memoir, “No One’s Pet,” and in a 2021 documentary titled “Look Away,” shedding light on the pervasive issue of sexual abuse in the music industry.
As we bring you this unsettling news, we stand with all survivors of assault and abuse, recognizing the courage it takes to come forward. The legal battle between Kennedy and Rose serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, no matter how much time has passed. Stay tuned to Music Nation 365 for further updates on this developing story and more news from the music industry.
