Brooks held a press conference on Friday, where he identified Yearwood as the woman who had falsely accused him of rape in the past. He claims that Yearwood has been threatening to go public with the allegations unless he pays her a large sum of money.

"I'm the victim of a shakedown," Brooks said. "I've never raped anyone, and I won't be blackmailed into silence."

Yearwood, through her attorney, vehemently denied Brooks' accusations. She claims that she is the victim of a sexual assault and that she has never demanded money from Brooks.

"These accusations are completely false and defamatory," said Yearwood's attorney, Gloria Allred. "Ms. Yearwood is considering all legal options to protect her reputation and seek justice."

Rumors of Brooks being accused of rape have circulated for years, but this is the first time he has publicly addressed the issue. Yearwood, who was previously married to Brooks, has never filed a police report or lawsuit against him.

The authorities have not opened an investigation into Brooks' allegations of extortion. However, they have been investigating Yearwood's sexual assault claims since 2019. No charges have been filed against Brooks in connection with that investigation.

The allegations and counter-accusations have sent shockwaves through the country music community. Many artists and fans have expressed support for Brooks, while others have come to Yearwood's defense.

The impact of this case on Brooks' career remains to be seen. However, it is clear that this scandal will continue to generate headlines and scrutiny for the foreseeable future.

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