Brenda Tracy filed a defamation lawsuit against ex-Michigan State coach Mel Tucker, claiming sexual harassment and retaliation.

Brenda Tracy, a rape survivor and activist, filed a defamation suit seeking unspecified damages while claiming he damaged her reputation for claiming the two had a romantic relationship, according to the report. Supervisor halts reorganization plan for Davison Township parks staff Sep. 30, 2024, 1:45 p.m.

Brenda Tracy alleges that Mel Tucker tarnished her good name and reputation by claiming they had phone sex. She says he masturbated without consent.

Tracy is asking for a jury trial and damages caused by Tucker’s extreme and outrageous behavior against her (together with interest, cost, and attorney fees). She also wants other remedies as justice requires,

Brenda Tracy, a prominent sexual assault awareness activist, has sued former Michigan State Spartans football coach Mel Tucker for defamation. The 30-page civil lawsuit, filed Friday, alleges Tucker has damaged Tracy’s name and reputation, intentionally caused emotional distress as a result of Tucker’s claim the two had a romantic relationship.

Former Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker is hit with a lawsuit by the woman who accused him of sexual harassment.