Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Gospel Singer Donnie McClurkin Accused of Sexual Abuse
A man named Giuseppe has accused a famous gospel singer and pastor, Donnie McClurkin, of sexually abusing him over many years.
Giuseppe went to Donnie's church for help because he was struggling with his faith and sexuality.
Donnie allegedly took advantage of their mentor-mentee relationship, leading to abuse during spiritual sessions and work trips.
Giuseppe says he tried to leave his job but felt guilty and stayed.
Donnie has denied all the allegations, calling them false.
Giuseppe's lawsuit includes an email where Donnie allegedly apologized, calling himself a 'dirty 'old man''.
Donnie is known for his music and his past claims of overcoming homosexuality through faith.
Giuseppe Corletto accuses Donnie McClurkin of sexual abuse over several years, starting in 2003.
Giuseppe sought Donnie's guidance to reconcile his sexuality with his faith, leading to a mentor-mentee relationship.
The abuse allegedly escalated from spiritual sessions to rape during work trips, with Giuseppe feeling trapped and manipulated.
Donnie allegedly sent an apology email to Giuseppe, calling himself a 'dirty 'old man'' and admitting to inappropriate behavior.
Donnie's attorney denies all allegations, calling them 'categorically false' and claiming the interactions were mischaracterized.
- Who
- Donnie McClurkin, a Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor, and Giuseppe Corletto, the accuser
- What
- Allegations of sexual abuse and manipulation over several years
- When
- Starting in 2003, with specific incidents mentioned up to 2013
- Where
- Primarily in New York, including at Donnie's church in Long Island and during work trips
- Why
- Giuseppe sought Donnie's guidance to reconcile his sexuality with his faith, leading to a mentor-mentee relationship that allegedly turned abusive
- Accused
- Donnie McClurkin
- Accuser
- Giuseppe Corletto
- Alleged Abuse Duration
- Several years, starting in 2003
- Apology Email
- Donnie allegedly apologized, calling himself a 'dirty 'old man''
- Denial
- Donnie's attorney denies all allegations
- Donnie's Background
- Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor
- Giuseppe's Age at First Meeting
- 21 years old
- Location of Church
- Long Island, New York