Rihanna's connection to Chris Brown's defamation lawsuit against Warner Bros. regarding a documentary has come to light. The lawsuit, seeking $500 million, revisits Brown's history of violence, particularly his 2009 felony assault conviction involving Rihanna. While Rihanna is not a party in the suit, the details of the assault feature prominently in the case. The documentary in question, "Chris Brown: A History of Violence," highlights various incidents from Brown's past, such as the assault on Rihanna, a restraining order from Karrueche Tran, and an altercation with Frank Ocean. Warner Bros. maintains that the documentary is based on public record facts and free speech protections.

In response, Brown refutes the documentary's portrayal of him as a "serial rapist and sexual abuser," emphasizing his lack of convictions related to such crimes. His lawsuit challenges the credibility of a woman accusing him of rape on Sean "Diddy" Combs' yacht in 2020, citing her dismissed allegations and alleged history of violence. Brown's legal team criticizes the filmmakers for allegedly disregarding exculpatory evidence and prioritizing profits over accuracy. As a public figure, Brown must demonstrate that the filmmakers acted with "actual malice" to succeed in his lawsuit.

The documentary, released recently, delves into Brown's legal issues and how they have affected his music career. Brown has committed to donating a portion of any damages received to survivors of sexual abuse.