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Tory Lanez found himself at the center of another courtroom scene this week, accused of stonewalling during a deposition tied to Megan Thee Stallion’s lawsuit against blogger Milagro Gramz. The exchange grew heated, resulted in fines, and renewed attention on a case already heavy with controversy and violence.
Disruptive Deposition: What happened in court
Attorneys asked Lanez whether he knew Milagro Cooper and if he had communicated with her by text or Instagram. The rapper refused to cooperate during multiple rounds of questioning. His responses were often silence or interruption.
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The hearing escalated after repeated refusals to answer. Lanez verbally lashed out at opposing counsel and abruptly left the room. His own lawyer, Crystal Morgan, attempted to calm him and get him back to the stand.
Timeline of the deposition events
- Lanez deposed on three separate occasions as part of the defamation suit.
- Repeated nonanswers and disruptive behavior during questioning.
- He verbally confronted Megan’s legal team, then walked out.
- Judge held Lanez and his attorney accountable for their conduct.
Fines and contempt rulings that followed
The judge punished the behavior with monetary penalties. Tory Lanez was fined $20,000 for obstructing the legal process. His attorney, Crystal Morgan, was also fined $5,000 for failing to control her client.
Prior to the sanctions, the court warned Lanez about the consequences of refusing to answer. He appeared dismissive, suggesting he had already been sentenced elsewhere and was unconcerned by the court’s admonitions.
Why Megan Thee Stallion sued the blogger
Megan Thee Stallion filed the case against Milagro Gramz over alleged defamation and harassment. She says certain bloggers have spread false narratives about her life and career. In a public statement she said her reputation has been harmed by repeated misinformation.
- The suit targets defamatory posts and the harassment they allegedly sparked.
- Megan hopes to deter social-media figures from publishing false claims.
- The litigation highlights growing tension between public figures and independent bloggers.
Tory Lanez’s recent health scare and public support
Lanez has been through serious trauma since his conviction and sentence. In May he was hospitalized after being stabbed multiple times. Reports indicated he suffered severe wounds across his body and experienced collapsed lungs.
Despite the injuries, sources reported Lanez was alert and grateful for support. The attack renewed public attention on his legal and personal struggles.
High-profile peers weighed in. Rapper Drake publicly urged California’s governor to consider clemency, sharing a petition that asked for Lanez to be released early.
Legal implications and what to watch next
The deposition disruption does not end the lawsuit. Courts can compel witnesses to answer and may impose further sanctions if conduct continues. Megan’s suit against Milagro Gramz is ongoing.
Key questions remain:
- Will Lanez be ordered back for further questioning?
- Could additional contempt findings increase financial penalties?
- How will courts balance free speech and alleged defamation by bloggers?
Observers say the case may set precedents about online reporting and accountability. How the court treats witness conduct and blogger liability could influence similar disputes moving forward.
