Dwight Howard has always somehow found a way into the limelight, be it for good or bad reasons. Nevertheless, he also consistently proved himself on the court despite having a major downfall in the NBA. But his track record of being the epicenter of drama has often overshadowed his greatness.
Back in 2018, a series of allegations put forth by a transgender male named, Masin Elije struck Howard’s reputation. He was accused of having an affair with Elije and the latter further claimed that Dwight had a deep interest in men. The former NBA Champion already had a reputation that questioned his se*ual preferences but Howard eventually denied the accusations.
Ex-Lakers Star Dwight Howard Sued For Assault and Battery By Man He Allegedly Met on Instagram, Accuser Using Texts as Evidence‼️💔😢 pic.twitter.com/E23A82Fpx7
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Recently, a man named Stephen Harper stated that the three-time defensive player of the year had se*ually assaulted him. The incident allegedly took place at Dwight’s home located in Atlanta, Georgia. According to Radar Online, Harper alleged that Howard’s perverse schemes involved another individual named Kitty. The third party was a man dressed in women’s clothing he stated.
Harper went on to claim that Howard made several se*ual advances while all three of them were in a room together. The victim said that he denied giving in to Howard’s requests as it made him uncomfortable. Howard then proceeded to force himself onto Harper before eventually releasing him.
Fans react to Stephen Harper’s se*ual assault allegations against Dwight Howard
Such accusations never go unseen by fans on social media. Several individuals have frowned upon Dwight Howard for his crooked history. The former Los Angeles Lakers star has not commented on these accusations just yet which brings him under severe public pressure.
One fan said, “We been knew Dwight Howard was gay. But him saying ‘I’m not gay or anything. Just a lil nasty sometimes’ is wild af.” Another fan said, “Dwight Howard was recruiting NBA players to Taiwan to play a different type of ball.”
Dwight Howard was recruiting NBA players to Taiwan to play a different type of ball.
— MaltLiquorPapi (@LowkeyBrilliant) July 20, 2023
We been knew Dwight Howard was gay.
But him saying “I’m not gay or anything. Just a lil nasty sometimes” is wild af
— Beans Mama (@Merciful_Love) July 20, 2023
Following the first incident, Dwight Howard claimed it rocked his personal life upside down. He revealed to Kristine Leahy of Fair Game that he was not interested in men and those were false narratives placed around him. He further claimed that he saw the entire world turn against him as well.
Unfortunately, his statement may have backfired on him. Howard’s attorney issued a statement in which the athlete admitted having relations with Harper. He admitted that they were physically involved at his home and that Kitty was also present. Howard claimed whatever conspired at his house was consensual.