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Couple Takes Legal Action Against YouTubers Over Alleged Marriage Disinformation
Celebrity couple Faith Jenkins-Lattimore and Kenny Lattimore have launched a legal battle against several YouTube content creators who they claim have spread false information about their marriage through multiple videos.
The prominent attorney and R&B singer spoke exclusively with ABC News’ Linsey Davis about their decision to pursue legal action, describing what they characterize as a targeted campaign of misinformation that has affected both their personal and professional lives.
“We initially tried to ignore these videos, hoping they would eventually stop,” Jenkins-Lattimore, a former judge and current legal analyst, told Davis. “But the content continued to escalate with increasingly outrageous claims that have no basis in reality.”
According to the couple, the YouTube videos in question contain fabricated stories about their relationship, including false allegations about the state of their marriage and personal conduct. Some videos reportedly garnered hundreds of thousands of views, amplifying what the Lattimores describe as “completely manufactured narratives.”
Kenny Lattimore, known for his hit songs “For You” and “Never Too Busy,” explained that the decision to take legal action wasn’t made lightly. “When these false stories began affecting our family life and business relationships, we knew we needed to address this head-on,” he said.
The case highlights the growing challenge of online disinformation targeting public figures. While celebrities have long dealt with tabloid rumors, the rise of social media platforms and content creators has created new venues for unverified information to spread rapidly with limited oversight.
Media law experts note that the Lattimores’ case could set an important precedent for how public figures address online disinformation. Unlike traditional defamation cases against established media outlets, legal actions against individual content creators present unique challenges in enforcement and damages collection.
“The courts are still catching up to the reality of social media content creation,” said media attorney Marcus Coleman, who is not involved in the case. “The line between opinion, entertainment, and actual claims of fact becomes particularly blurred on platforms like YouTube, making these cases legally complex.”
The Lattimores’ legal team is reportedly seeking not only damages but also the removal of the offending content and public retractions from the YouTubers involved. Their attorneys have indicated they have documented numerous instances of provably false statements presented as fact in these videos.
Faith Jenkins-Lattimore, leveraging her legal background, emphasized the importance of accountability in online spaces. “Freedom of speech doesn’t equal freedom from consequences when you’re knowingly spreading falsehoods about others,” she said. “These aren’t opinion pieces—they’re presentations of fabricated scenarios as if they were factual reporting.”
The couple married in 2020 and have maintained a relatively private personal life despite their public careers. Jenkins-Lattimore gained prominence as a legal commentator and television judge on shows like “Judge Faith,” while Kenny Lattimore has enjoyed a successful music career spanning nearly three decades.
Platform responsibility has also come under scrutiny in the wake of the case. Critics argue that YouTube and similar platforms should take more proactive measures to prevent the spread of demonstrably false information about individuals. Currently, the burden largely falls on the targeted individuals to report content or pursue legal remedies.
YouTube’s policies prohibit harassment and false content designed to damage reputations, but enforcement often relies heavily on user reporting and can be inconsistent. The platform declined to comment specifically on the Lattimores’ situation, citing their policy not to discuss individual cases.
As their legal battle moves forward, the Lattimores say they hope their experience will help others facing similar situations. “This isn’t just about clearing our names,” Kenny Lattimore said. “It’s about establishing that there are consequences for deliberately creating false narratives about real people’s lives for views and profit.”
The case is expected to proceed in the coming months, with preliminary hearings scheduled for early 2026.
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While I understand the desire for free speech, deliberately spreading false narratives about someone’s marriage crosses a line. I’m glad the Lattimores are taking legal action to protect their privacy and reputation.
Disinformation campaigns can have serious consequences, especially for public figures. I hope the courts provide an appropriate remedy in this case.
This sounds like a very unfortunate situation for the couple. Spreading disinformation and false narratives can have serious personal and professional consequences. I hope they are able to take effective legal action to address this malicious campaign against them.
It’s troubling to see public figures targeted with fabricated stories and rumors. I agree that legal recourse is warranted in a case like this to protect their privacy and reputation.
This is a concerning example of how social media can be abused to harass and defame individuals. I hope the Lattimores are able to successfully challenge these false claims and protect their reputations through the legal process.
The ability to quickly spread disinformation online is a serious problem. I’m glad the couple is taking a stand and pursuing legal remedies in this case.
While I’m generally a supporter of free speech, the deliberate spread of disinformation crosses a line. These YouTube creators seem to have gone too far in their attempts to sensationalize and discredit this couple. I hope the legal system can provide an appropriate remedy.
Disinformation campaigns can have real consequences, especially for public figures. I’m glad the couple is taking action to defend their privacy and set the record straight.
Fabricating stories and spreading misinformation about someone’s personal life is unethical and can cause real harm. I hope the courts side with the Lattimores and put an end to this malicious campaign against them.
It’s good to see this couple taking proactive legal action to address the disinformation being spread about their relationship. Holding the perpetrators accountable is important.