Brian McKnight’s $8.8M Defamation Victory, What the Default Judgment Means for Celebrity Lawsuits
R&B legend Brian McKnight made headlines in October 2025 by announcing an $8.8 million defamation judgment against his ex-wife Julie McKnight. The case centers on allegations made in her book “Mama Bear: Beautifully Blended” and represents a significant default judgment that could impact how celebrity defamation cases are fought in court. The Case at a…









