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Grammy-winning composer Lebohang Morake, known for his work on The Lion King, has filed a $27 million lawsuit against Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi, alleging damage to his reputation from a joke.
Grammy-winning composer Lebohang Morake is suing comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million over his viral mistranslation of 'The Lion King's' opening chant, with Jonasi now responding to the lawsuit by selling merchandise and collecting donations via GoFundMe.
Lebohang Morake, the Grammy-winning South African composer and singer of 'The Lion King's' iconic opening chant, is suing comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $27 million in damages, alleging his reputation was damaged by the comedian's viral mistranslation of the 'Circle of Life' lyrics and sparking debate on humor versus freedom of speech.