Mark Wahlberg, the renowned actor and entrepreneur, finds himself embroiled in a legal dispute as former England football captain David Beckham files a lawsuit against F45 Training, a fitness company in which Wahlberg holds a significant stake.
The lawsuit alleges fraudulent conduct on the part of F45 Training, accusing the company of failing to fulfill contractual obligations to Beckham, who served as its global ambassador.
According to reports by Us Weekly, Beckham asserts in court documents that he was misled into signing a contract with F45 Training, under the impression that he would receive $10 million in compensation.
However, Beckham claims that he never received the promised payment, nor did he receive the stocks that were offered as part of the agreement.
The lawsuit further implicates Wahlberg’s investment firm in the alleged wrongdoing.
Wahlberg’s legal team has swiftly responded to the allegations, filing a motion to dismiss the case and vehemently denying the claims of fraudulent conduct.
In a statement, they characterized the accusations as baseless, stating, “The 209-page, 610-paragraph SAC [complaint] tries to make up with length what it lacks in merit.”
This legal showdown comes on the heels of a joint lawsuit filed by Beckham and former golfer Greg Norman against F45 Training in late 2022.
However, a judge ruled that the lawsuits be pursued separately, underscoring the gravity of the allegations leveled against the fitness company.
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Mark Wahlberg’s involvement in F45 Training extends beyond mere ownership; he holds over 30 percent of the company and serves as its chief brand officer.
Established in 2011, F45 Training has grown into a prominent player in the fitness industry, but this legal dispute threatens to tarnish its reputation and raise questions about its business practices.
As the legal proceedings unfold, both sides brace for a protracted battle in the courtroom, with the outcome poised to have far-reaching implications for all parties involved.
