Creator Drama
Lemuel Plummer Denies Sexual Assault Allegations Amid Lawsuit
Ongoing
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 10 events from Nov 30, -0001 to Jul 2, 2026, drawn from 2 sources.
“I consistently told her what I tell everyone: if you want an opportunity at Zeus, you have to audition and earn it through the same casting process as everyone else,”
via theshaderoom.com
Background
Lemuel Plummer is the CEO and co-founder of Zeus Network, a subscription streaming platform known for reality television content. He is also credited as an executive producer on shows like 'Baddies Gone Wild'. Plummer's background in television comes from his parents, who owned three Detroit TV stations.
He has been in the public eye for his relationships, having previously dated Zeus host Janeisha John, and recently welcoming a daughter with Zeus star Scotlynd 'Scotty' Ryan, whose pregnancy was documented on the network.
Jadynn Brown is a cast member who appeared on the first season of 'Baddies Gone Wild', a popular series on The Zeus Network. She is central to the current legal dispute, having filed a lawsuit against Plummer and the network.
The timeline
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Alleged Initial Contact and Proposition
Jadynn Brown alleges that Lemuel Plummer first contacted her in March 2023 through direct messages after she auditioned for 'Baddies Gone Wild'. She claims he later invited her to lunch under the guise of discussing career opportunities and propositioned her, allegedly telling her he would hire her for 'Baddies' if she had sex with him.[644]
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Plummer's Account of Initial Relationship
Lemuel Plummer states that he met Brown in 2023 shortly after his previous relationship ended, and he insists their relationship began as a friendship. He claims Brown repeatedly reached out about joining Zeus and asked about her 'Baddies Gone Wild' audition, to which he consistently responded that opportunities required auditioning and earning a role through the same casting process as everyone else.[644]
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Alleged Coercion and Promises of Stardom
Brown alleges that throughout 2023 and 2024, Plummer used his position as CEO to pressure her into a sexual relationship by promising to make her a reality TV star. She claims she initially rejected his advances but later felt she 'had no choice' after he allegedly suggested her future with the network depended on it. She further alleges Plummer repeatedly coerced her into sex, telling her she had 'a great personality' for 'Baddies' and would be 'a star' on the show.[644]
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Brown Allegedly Offered Role
According to the lawsuit, Jadynn Brown auditioned for 'Baddies Gone Wild' and was subsequently offered a role on the show in January 2025.[645]
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Alleged Coercion and NDA Signing
Brown alleges that in February 2025, just days before filming for 'Baddies Gone Wild' was scheduled to start, Plummer coerced her into having sex again and signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) about their relationship.[645]
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Alleged Further Coercion and Pressure
Brown claims that in March 2025, Plummer again coerced her into sex while she was intoxicated. She also alleges that when she told Plummer she was on her period to avoid having sex, he asked to see proof and continued to pressure her until she complied.[645]
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Alleged Refusal During Season 2 Audition
During an audition for the second season of 'Baddies Gone Wild' in January 2026, Brown alleges Plummer again coerced her into sex despite her protests. She claims that, realizing the alleged harassment would not stop, she refused to continue with her audition and refused to see Plummer again.[645]
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Jadynn Brown Files Lawsuit
Jadynn Brown filed a civil lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Lemuel Plummer and The Zeus Network. The lawsuit accuses Plummer of sexual assault, sexual harassment, coercion, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Brown is seeking damages for emotional distress, lost wages, and other relief. The allegations have not been proven in court.[644]
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Lemuel Plummer Denies Allegations and Shares Texts
Lemuel Plummer took to Instagram to respond to Brown's lawsuit, issuing a statement denying her allegations. He claimed Brown was not initially selected for the 'Baddies Gone Wild' cast and was only considered after another cast member withdrew. Plummer also shared nearly 20 screenshots of alleged text message exchanges between himself and Brown, which he stated provide additional context. These messages reportedly show Brown asking about audition updates, checking on Plummer during California wildfires, and apologizing after sending a message that read, 'You’ll hear from my attorneys.'[644]
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Plummer Claims Legal Threats and Vows Defense
In his Instagram statement, Lemuel Plummer claimed that Jadynn Brown began making legal threats after she was not selected for a later season of the show. He concluded his statement by denying Brown's allegations, asserting he has additional evidence that provides more context, and stating his intention to defend himself through the legal process.[644]
Frequently asked
Who is Lemuel Plummer?
Lemuel Plummer is the CEO and co-founder of The Zeus Network, a subscription streaming platform. He is also credited as an executive producer on shows like 'Baddies Gone Wild'.
Who is Jadynn Brown?
Jadynn Brown is a cast member of the show 'Baddies Gone Wild' on The Zeus Network. She is the individual who filed a lawsuit against Lemuel Plummer and the network.
What are the main allegations against Lemuel Plummer?
Jadynn Brown's lawsuit alleges sexual assault, sexual harassment, coercion, retaliation, and wrongful termination. She claims Plummer used his position to pressure her into a sexual relationship by promising to make her a reality TV star, and that she was removed from projects after ending the alleged relationship.
How has Lemuel Plummer responded to the lawsuit?
Lemuel Plummer has denied all allegations made by Jadynn Brown in a statement posted on Instagram. He also shared alleged text messages between them, which he claims provide additional context to their relationship. He stated he plans to defend himself through the legal process.
What is Jadynn Brown seeking in her lawsuit?
Jadynn Brown is seeking damages for emotional distress, lost wages, missed casting opportunities, career setbacks, and other relief, with the specific amount to be determined by a jury.
Has The Zeus Network responded to the lawsuit?
The Zeus Network was named as a defendant in the lawsuit, but did not immediately respond to a request for comment according to one source.
Sources
- theshaderoom.com, Lemuel Plummer is speaking out after ‘Baddies Gone Wild’ cast member Jadynn Brown filed a lawsuit accusing him of coercing her into intercourse by allegedly promising to make her a star. In a lengthy , Jul 4, 2026.
- nypost.com, A cast member of the hit show “Baddies Gone Wild” on The Zeus Network was coerced into having sex with the network’s CEO with promises of making her a star, according to a bombshell new lawsuit. Jadyn, Jul 4, 2026.