Weeks after resolving her high-profile lawsuit against NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe, Gabrielle Zuniga posted a Bible passage on Instagram that many interpreted as a message about her recent legal battle.
Zuniga first filed the $50 million claim in April 2025 under the pseudonym Jane Doe, later revealing her identity. She accused Sharpe of rape and other misconduct. Sharpe, a three-time Super Bowl champion and media personality, denied the allegations and said he was the target of a "shake down" led by attorney Tony Buzbee.
Settlement and Public Response
Sharpe indicated he would pursue defamation claims against Zuniga and her lawyer, but the matter was ultimately settled out of court. Buzbee told media outlets the parties engaged in "respectful negotiations" and reached a "mutually agreed upon resolution." The exact terms were not disclosed publicly, though some sources reported a settlement figure of about $23 million.
Zuniga's Instagram Post and Public Reaction
In a recent Instagram post that drew widespread attention, Zuniga shared a scripture passage that spoke of being preserved from feuds, exalted above adversaries, and rescued from ...