Perez Hilton Suing Black Eyed Peas Manager
June 25th, 2009
Perez Hilton has filed a lawsuit against the manager of the Black Eyed Peas after he allegedly copped a punch in the face during a confrontation with Will.I.Am following the MuchMusic Awards early Monday morning (June 22).
Hilton, born Maria Lavendeira, says he suffered “emotional distress” as a result of the beatdown by Polo Molina and is seeking compensation for medical expenses and damages.
The gossip blogger’s attorney released the following statement explaining the suit:
“Perez Hilton files this lawsuit to protect his freedom of speech and seeks legal redress against those who have physically assaulted him because they do not like his review of their album. Whether you love Perez or hate him, he is entitled to his freedom of speech without fear of physical violence. This lawsuit will make the statement that violence is never the answer.”
Additionally, Molina could be headed for the slammer over the incident, as TMZ has uncovered that he is currently on three years probation for a DUI in Orange County in 2006.
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