Event Brief
Media Mogul Accuses Gambler of Extortion Plot
Filed: Mar 17, 2026 at 5:07 PM ET
Summary: Jeff Shell claims R.J. Cipriani is extorting him for $150 million over a failed TV deal.
WHO: Jeff Shell
WHAT: Accusation of extortion
WHEN: Mar 17, 2026 at 4:16 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Dispute over alleged unpaid services and failed TV deal
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