Legendary record producer Dr. Dre is reportedly being sued by a psychotherapist to the tune of 10 million dollars.
The complainant, Dr. Charles Sohpy, claims the rapper launched a “systematic and malicious” attack against him, which caused him (Sohpy) to “wear a bulletproof vest and fear for his life.”
According to the suit, Sophy said he was hired by Dre. Dre, real name Andre Young, in 2018 to mediate some marital issues between Dre and his ex-wife, Nicole Young.
Sophy said he worked “diligently, independently, and fairly,” but when communication stopped in 2021, Dre allegedly texted him (Sophy), claiming he acted improperly.
“Rather than treating the mediation process as an opportunity for healing, Young decided to take his frustrations about the mediation out on Dr. Sophy…frustrations that manifested themselves in the form of a nearly year-long sustained campaign of late-night texts, threats of intimidation, and violence,” the complaint stated in his claim.
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Among other things, Sophy said Dre “falsely accused” him of trying to turn an unidentified third party against him, and that Dre “wrongfully accused” him of acting improperly during the divorce mediation.
The suit reportedly filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, indicates that Sophy was living in constant fear, as he wears a bulletproof vest anytime he steps foot outside, and is afraid to leave his home.
“The egregiousness of Young’s persistent harassing behavior has compelled Dr. Sophy to seek redress and protection. Nobody should have to live in constant fear. But Dr. Sophy does… ironically for no other reason than he tried to help Young resolve his own family’s conflict,” it stated.
It is not clear if Dr. Dre’s legal team has responded to the suit, however, the complainant is said to be requesting compensation of at least $10 million.
In July this year, hip-hop star Snoop Dogg spoke about his many years of friendship with Dr. Dre, whom he describes as “a big brother.”.
The longtime collaborators spoke about their 30-year relationship in an interview in which Snoop said they both established a strong bond decades ago while doing business together.
“Dr. Dre has always been a big brother, a mentor. But he taught me professionalism as far as how to separate from the hood and how to get on a business venture, and how to just look forward and not really pay attention to what’s behind you,” the Talkin Loud composer told Capital XTRA radio.
According to Snoop, Dr. Dre has always had “a positive attitude and spirit,” which he has emulated.
