Celina Powell Takes Legal Action Against Deshae Frost Over Allegations
American internet personality Celina Powell has initiated legal proceedings against YouTuber Deshae Frost following accusations of sexual assault and herpes transmission. According to a cease and desist letter obtained by TMZ, Powell's attorney, Rebecca R. Bordoli, sent a formal notice on Thursday, February 26, demanding that Frost immediately cease making what the letter describes as "defamatory, defamatory per se, harmful, and false statements."
Details of the Allegations and Legal Response
The letter states that during a January 26 livestream, Frost allegedly told viewers that Powell sexually assaulted him and transmitted herpes to him. Powell's legal team asserts that these allegations are "completely devoid of factual support" and have "no merit whatsoever." Under Florida law, the accusations are argued to amount to defamation per se, with falsely alleging someone committed a crime or has an infectious disease qualifying as libel, where damages are presumed.
Powell's representatives claim the statements have already negatively impacted her business and professional relationships, alleging that the claims are spreading rapidly online and causing significant damage to her reputation. The letter demands that Frost publicly retract the statements and issue a formal apology across every platform where the claims were made within 10 days, warning that failure to comply could result in a lawsuit.
Background and Current Status
The dispute originates from a livestream interaction between Powell and Frost that quickly gained traction on social media and other online platforms. As of now, Frost has not publicly responded to the cease and desist letter, which also serves as formal notice of Powell's intent to pursue civil action for libel and defamation. This legal move highlights the increasing scrutiny and consequences of online defamation in the digital age, particularly involving public figures and sensitive personal allegations.
