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Podcast · 77 episodes

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by BBC Sounds · English

Who killed Tupac Shakur? Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty takes you inside the courtroom for the Las Vegas trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis - the man accused of the murder of Tupac. Davis has entered a not guilty plea and denies all charges. From the team that brought you Diddy on Trial, Fame Under Fire is the BBC podcast that follows the world's biggest celebrity trials and the stories surrounding them - separating fact from fiction as major legal cases unfold in real time. With journalists, legal experts, and eyewitness reporting, we explain what happened in court, what it means legally, and why it matters culturally. We examine the narratives that grow around high-profile cases and test them against the evidence. This isn't a celebrity gossip show. It's a fact-led, accessible guide to the trials everyone is talking about, with serious analysis and sharp conversation. Subscribe to Fame Under Fire on BBC Sounds and turn on push notifications so you never miss an episode. We'll let you know as soon as new episodes are available. Got questions? We've got answers. Message us at 0330 123 555 1.

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Brigitte Macron’s cyberbully speaks outThe episode covers France’s verdict in a cyberbullying trial targeting people accused of spreading false claims about Brigitte Macron’s gender and sexuality and making malicious remarks about her and…6 Jan 2026 · 14 min · 10 chapters
Happy New Year from Fame Under FireThe episode is a New Year promo/teaser from the “Fame Under Fire” team, plus cross-promotion of other BBC tech and business shows.1 Jan 2026 · 1 min
Claims the Macrons paid for a hit on Candace Owens are “deranged”, says lawyerThe episode examines conspiracy and defamation claims by US right-wing influencer Candace Owens, focusing on (1) her allegation that French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife Brigitte Macron was born…18 Dec 2025 · 24 min · 12 chapters
Blake V Justin: Slow dancing, circumcision and famous palsThe episode of Fame Under Fire (BBC Sounds) covers the ongoing Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni legal dispute over the film It Ends With Us.11 Dec 2025 · 30 min · 13 chapters
50 Cent's new Diddy doc: allegations and unseen footage rowThe episode reviews Netflix’s four-part, four-hour documentary “Sean Combs’ The Reckoning,” released after Sean “Diddy” Combs’ July conviction (two prostitution-related charges; acquitted on…4 Dec 2025 · 26 min · 18 chapters
Blake V Justin: Could the case be tossed out?Fame Under Fire revisits Blake Lively’s lawsuit against Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios, focusing on their motion for summary judgment—arguing the case should be dismissed because the alleged…27 Nov 2025 · 28 min · 10 chapters
Kim Kardashian Vs Ray J: Sex tape and defamationLegal analysis of Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner’s defamation lawsuit against Ray J (William Ray Norwood Jr), plus Ray J’s counterclaims for breach of contract and related allegations about sex-tape…20 Nov 2025 · 36 min · 20 chapters
Trump, the BBC, and the $1bn threatThe episode (Fame Under Fire) discusses the BBC’s “Panorama” documentary “Trump, A Second Chance,” and President Donald Trump’s threat to sue the BBC for $1 billion.13 Nov 2025 · 28 min · 10 chapters
Inside Rebel Wilson’s bombshell legal battleFame Under Fire breaks down Rebel Wilson’s multi-country legal battle tied to The Deb, focusing on (1) writing credit disputes, (2) defamation claims over alleged sexual misconduct, (3) false…6 Nov 2025 · 28 min · 12 chapters
What will Diddy’s life be like after prison?The episode explains what Sean Kent says Diddy’s five-year supervised release/probation will likely require after his conviction for transportation to engage in prostitution (acquitted on sex…30 Oct 2025 · 17 min · 6 chapters
Molly-Mae, Bambi and the ‘sharenting’ grey zoneThe episode debates “sharenting”: parents sharing extensive details and footage of their young children online, and whether children can meaningfully consent.23 Oct 2025 · 26 min · 13 chapters
Playboy Bunnies and a sex dungeon: allegations against US traderThe episode (Fame Under Fire) discusses a new federal indictment alleging that retired Wall Street investor Howard Rubin and his ex-assistant Jennifer Powers ran a sex trafficking operation for over…16 Oct 2025 · 25 min · 12 chapters
Jason Derulo: Sexual allegations and goat sacrificeFame Under Fire episode analyzing Imarja’s refiled New York civil lawsuit accusing Jason Derulo of sexual harassment/retaliation and career sabotage, with legal explanations of quid pro quo…9 Oct 2025 · 29 min · 14 chapters
Diddy given more than four years in jailA BBC Sounds bonus episode covering Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sentencing after his July verdict.4 Oct 2025 · 17 min · 8 chapters
Cassie Ventura: I still have Diddy nightmaresThe episode focuses on Sean “Diddy” Combs’ upcoming sentencing in New York for transportation for prostitution (not sex trafficking or RICO).1 Oct 2025 · 28 min · 13 chapters
Candace Owens hits out at Macrons plus Diddy is "a good man"The episode covers two main stories. First, it discusses Candace Owens’ response to a defamation lawsuit filed by Brigitte Macron and her husband, Emmanuel Macron.25 Sep 2025 · 32 min · 10 chapters
Brigitte Macron will present scientific evidence to prove she’s a womanThe episode centers on a BBC Fame Under Fire discussion of Brigitte Macron’s legal dispute with U.S. podcaster Candace Owens.18 Sep 2025 · 39 min · 12 chapters
Priscilla denies claim she “pushed Elvis to his death”The episode of Fame Under Fire discusses a civil lawsuit against Priscilla Presley, focused on an alleged breach of contract tied to her name, image, and likeness (and personal recollections) used…11 Sep 2025 · 27 min · 11 chapters
Taylor and Travis: What’s in a billion-dollar prenup?The episode discusses what a “billion-dollar prenup” might include for Taylor Swift (reported $1.6B) and Travis Kelce (reported ~$70M) after their engagement announcement, plus how celebrities…4 Sep 2025 · 27 min · 11 chapters
Blake V Justin: Sexual allegations and talking to the deadBBC “Fame Under Fire” episode explaining allegations in Blake Lively’s civil lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios, CEO Jamie Heath, and others tied to It Ends With Us, plus a segment on…28 Aug 2025 · 38 min · 20 chapters
‘Free Wendy’ ‘Free Britney’: The truth behind conservatorshipsExplains US conservatorships/guardianships using Wendy Williams’ case, then discusses rap-battle allegations in Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” and Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music…21 Aug 2025 · 34 min · 16 chapters
Prince Andrew and Epstein - what's the latest?Fame Under Fire discusses Prince Andrew’s alleged closeness to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, and then shifts to U.S.14 Aug 2025 · 30 min · 14 chapters
Victim 3: 'Diddy should be freed'Episode of Fame Under Fire (BBC Sounds) covers three threads: Diddy’s legal status, sex worker Bonnie Blue’s viral “stunts,” and allegations involving Andrew and Tristan Tate.7 Aug 2025 · 25 min · 12 chapters
Macron vs Candace Owens lawsuitThe episode fact-checks three controversies: (1) a Sydney Sweeney American Eagle “jeans/genes” ad accused of eugenics “dog whistles,” (2) a Macron vs.31 Jul 2025 · 24 min · 7 chapters