Title: “Daymond John Granted Restraining Order Against Former ‘Shark Tank’ Contestants”
Subtitle: “Former NFL player Al ‘Bubba’ Baker, wife, and daughter banned from making negative statements about celebrity investor”
Date: [Insert Date]
On [Insert Date], “Shark Tank” star and CEO of The Shark Group, Daymond John, was granted a permanent restraining order against three former contestants of the hit reality show. The contestants in question are former NFL player Al “Bubba” Baker, his wife, and daughter, who had allegedly made derogatory statements about their experience with John on social media.
According to court documents obtained by Fox Business, the restraining order prohibits the Baker family from making any public comments, or encouraging others to do so, that could negatively impact the reputation, credibility, or value of John’s businesses, including DF Ventures, LLC. The family is also required to delete any previous posts where they had accused John of attempting to take control of their business, Bubba’s Q Boneless Baby Back Ribs.
The Baker family appeared on “Shark Tank” in 2014 and alleged that John had tried to take control of their business, while also stealing their profits and depriving them of lucrative opportunities. These accusations were publicly shared on social media, leading to the legal action taken by John.
In response to the court ruling, John expressed his satisfaction, stating, “The decision against the Bakers, their company, and their false statements is a moment of vindication. The actual facts, the record, and the federal Judge’s opinion have confirmed that I did not – and could not have – committed any wrongdoing.” He emphasized the importance of truth in an era of misinformation and clickbait.
John, known for upholding transparency and honesty throughout his entrepreneurial journey, voiced his gratitude for the support he received during this challenging time. He reassured fellow entrepreneurs that he would continue defending his reputation passionately.
The Bakers’ accusations against John arose after the family claimed that the initial deal made on “Shark Tank” had been revised off-air, resulting in a lower investment offer. They also alleged they received only 4% of the $16 million in revenue their company generated.
The spokesperson for Daymond John, Zach Rosenfield, stated that the restraining order was a result of the Bakers’ actions to undermine the business partnership and breach their legal agreements from four years ago. Despite attempts to resolve the issues amicably, the situation had escalated to the point of legal intervention.
It is worth noting that the Baker family has since removed all social media posts referencing their accusations against John, as confirmed by their lawyer.
“Shark Tank” remains a popular platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas and secure investments from successful entrepreneurs like Daymond John. Although disagreements and disputes may arise, the importance of maintaining integrity and upholding legal contracts cannot be undermined.
Note: This article is based on court documents and statements provided to Fox Business.