Ring Boy Lawsuit Update: Plaintiffs Seek to Continue Using ‘John Doe,’ WWE Silent
## Wrestling Ring Crew Lawsuit & Anonymity Requests
This report details a lawsuit brought by former wrestling ring crew members alleging abuse, and the plaintiffs’ request for anonymity, opposed by Vince and Linda McMahon. As of January 20, 2024, the case is ongoing, and the court is considering the anonymity request.
### Lawsuit Allegations
The lawsuit, filed by former World Wrestling Federation (WWF) ring crew members, alleges instances of sexual abuse and misconduct. One plaintiff specifically alleges abuse by Pat Patterson (Pierre Clermont), a former WWE executive who died in 2020. The plaintiffs worked to set up the wrestling rings for WWF events. Details of the allegations are currently under seal, pending the court’s decision on anonymity.
### anonymity Dispute & Court Filings
The plaintiffs have requested that U.S. District Judge James K.Bredar allow them to proceed under John Doe pseudonyms and maintain a protective order limiting the sharing of identifying information. Protective orders are commonly used in legal cases to safeguard sensitive information. Though, Vince and Linda McMahon have explicitly opposed this request, while WWE and TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of WWE, have taken no position.
### vince & Linda McMahon
Vince McMahon is the former Chairman and CEO of WWE, and Linda McMahon is a former WWE executive and former Administrator of the Small Business Management. Their opposition to the plaintiffs’ anonymity suggests they may intend to publicly address the allegations or challenge the plaintiffs’ claims directly.TKO Group Holdings was formed in September 2023 through the merger of WWE and UFC.
### Current Status (as of January 20, 2024)
The case is currently before U.S. District Judge James K.Bredar, who will decide whether to grant the plaintiffs’ request for anonymity. As of January 19, 2024, the Post Wrestling report indicates no ruling has been made. Further updates will depend on court filings and rulings.