Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Will Smith Faces Legal Trouble Over Harassment Allegations
A man named Maverick Joseph is suing actor Will Smith.
Joseph says that while he was working for Smith, someone left a note and some items in his hotel room.
The note made him feel threatened, like someone was going to come back and do something inappropriate.
Joseph also says he was fired unfairly.
He is asking for money to cover his legal fees and other costs.
Will Smith's team says they will fight the lawsuit because they believe it's not true.
Maverick Joseph sues Will Smith for sexual harassment and wrongful termination.
Joseph claims someone left a note and personal items in his hotel room.
The note allegedly threatened sexual acts, making Joseph feel unsafe.
Joseph seeks compensation for legal fees and other damages.
Will Smith's team denies the allegations and plans to contest the lawsuit.
- Who
- Maverick Joseph (plaintiff), Will Smith (defendant)
- What
- Sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Hotel room
- Why
- Alleged harassment and wrongful termination
- Plaintiff
- Maverick Joseph
- Defendant
- Will Smith
- Allegations
- Sexual harassment, wrongful termination
- Incident Location
- Hotel room
- Evidence
- Note, HIV medication, wipes