Azealia Banks' Ex-Manager Slams Restraining Order as 'Desperate' Act After His Recent Court Win
Azealia Banks has filed for a temporary restraining order against her former manager, Jeff Kwatinetz, alleging long-term psychological and emotional abuse. Kwatinetz's legal team has dismissed the filing as a desperate act following his recent court victories against the singer.
Why it matters
The ongoing legal dispute between a high-profile entertainer and her former manager highlights issues of professional conduct and personal litigation in the music industry.
Update
07:16 PM PT -- Jeff's lawyer, Michael E. Weinsten, tells TMZ, "This purported filing by Ms Banks is just the latest desperate ... act from someone who has already been found liable in a court of law for defaming my client over many years, threatening this family, interfering with his business and other outrageous conduct."
Jeff sued Azealia in 2020 for alleged defamation, stalking, invasion of privacy and civil extortion. She denied the claims. The singer filed a countersuit, but the claims were dismissed. Jeff's lawsuit against Azealia remains ongoing.
Jeff's lawyer said they recently completed a trial on the issue of damages where they put forth evidence of the alleged damage caused by "Ms. Banks and her antics."
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