Former Baltimore Ravens Star Michael Oher Files Shocking Lawsuit Against Family Who Inspired ‘The Blind Side’ Movie
Former Baltimore Ravens star Michael Oher has taken legal action against the Tuohy family, the couple who took him in as a teenager and whose story was the inspiration behind the famous book and movie, The Blind Side. In a surprising move, Oher filed a petition in a Tennessee court, making allegations that he was never officially adopted by the Tuohys and that he was deceived into signing over control of his business and personal affairs.
One of the members of the Tuohy family, Sean SJ Tuohy Jr., responded to the lawsuit on Barstool Radio. He expressed doubts about Oher’s claim that he only recently discovered the true nature of the deal, citing text messages from previous years that indicated Oher’s willingness to keep things private in exchange for financial compensation. SJ also mentioned how his friends had been teasing him about the situation in their group chat. He denied the assertion that his family had earned millions from the success of The Blind Side, stating that if he had that kind of money, he would proudly flaunt it.
SJ acknowledged Oher’s feelings of anger and hurt, admitting that he understood why the former NFL player was upset. However, he believed it was unfortunate that the situation was being played out on such a public stage, tarnishing the legacy of a movie that had inspired countless people.
Sean Tuohy Sr., also spoke out in response to the lawsuit, expressing his disappointment and denying Oher’s claims. He emphasized that the family’s love for Oher remained unchanged and that they would continue to support him.
Oher himself has mostly remained silent about the situation, asking for privacy as the case unfolds. He stated that it was a difficult situation for himself and his family and requested that everyone respect their privacy. Oher indicated that he would let the lawsuit speak for itself without offering further comment at this time.
The lawsuit between Michael Oher and the Tuohy family will continue to play out both in the courtroom and in the public eye. It is hoped that a fair resolution can be reached that addresses the concerns raised by both parties.
