20 Black Celebs Who Called Police on Their Own Black Fans

Fame can have a dangerous side, as intense admiration sometimes turns into obsession. It’s often assumed that those who stalk or harass celebrities are strangers, but surprisingly, some stars have needed police intervention involving people from their own fan base – individuals who initially presented themselves as devoted supporters. These situations demonstrate that anyone, even those who seem like allies, can overstep boundaries.

Ashanti

Singer Ashanti endured a prolonged and disturbing experience with a stalker named Devar Hurd, who was repeatedly arrested for harassing her. He sent hundreds of inappropriate and sexually explicit messages to Ashanti and her family, causing them significant emotional distress. After representing himself in court and questioning Ashanti during the trial, he was found guilty by a jury. Even after being jailed, Hurd continued to violate restraining orders by showing up at her events and taking pictures with her sister, requiring the police to intervene multiple times to protect Ashanti and her family.

Beyoncé

In 2011, Beyoncé obtained a restraining order against a fan named Bassey Essien after he began sending her threatening letters. Essien believed the real Beyoncé was dead and that the performer everyone saw was a fake. His attempts to contact her started at a London event, where he tried to give her a book, and then continued as a pattern of harassment. Beyoncé’s team had to go to court in the UK to stop him from contacting her. His increasingly bizarre beliefs led to increased security measures for her whenever she visited the country.

Tyler Perry

A former employee, Joshua Sole, broke into Tyler Perry’s Atlanta studio, causing a security scare. Sole, who hopes to become an actor, shut off the building’s power and crawled through the ceiling to get into a private office. He then refused to leave until he could speak with Perry, leading to a several-hour standoff. Police eventually arrested Sole for trespassing. Perry has since sued Sole, seeking a court order to prevent further incidents and compensation for the disruption to his work.

Drake

Drake, the Canadian rapper, had a long-running problem with a stalker named Mesha Collins. In 2017, Collins broke into Drake’s Los Angeles home and was found inside wearing his clothes and drinking his beverages. She later sued him for defamation, but the case was dismissed. Drake then obtained a restraining order against her. Despite this, Collins continued to harass him by sending threatening emails and contacting his family. This legal struggle lasted for years as Drake tried to secure lasting protection from her unpredictable actions.

Usher

In 2012, Darshelle Jones-Rakestraw was arrested at Usher’s home in Georgia after falsely claiming to be his wife. Despite a police warning, she returned the next day and was arrested for trespassing. She continued to believe she was married to Usher and that he financially supported her, even after legal intervention. A temporary restraining order was granted to protect Usher and his children. This situation underscored the potential risks associated with obsessive delusions from fans.

Willow Smith

In 2021, Willow Smith, daughter of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, obtained a restraining order after a man named Walter James Whaley trespassed on her property. Whaley drove from Oklahoma to Los Angeles and climbed the fence onto her grounds, where security cameras showed him trying to get inside her house. Although he left before police arrived, Willow’s security team contacted law enforcement. Following the incident, she hired a private investigator and improved her home security.

Serena Williams

In 2011, tennis star Serena Williams experienced a frightening incident when a man named Patenema Ouedraogo was arrested near her home in Florida. Ouedraogo had been following Williams on Twitter and mistakenly believed her posts were meant for him. Security stopped him as he tried to enter her gated community. Police discovered a letter he’d written, expressing his affection for Williams and a wish to start a family with her. A judge then issued a restraining order to keep him away from her and set bail for his release.

Sean Combs

In 2012, Quamine Taylor was arrested after illegally entering Sean Combs’ East Hampton home. Taylor had been inside the mansion for almost a full day, helping himself to Combs’ food and drinks. He falsely claimed to be a relative with permission to be there, which briefly misled security. This wasn’t the first time Taylor had been caught trespassing on the property. The incident revealed serious weaknesses in the estate’s security.

Rihanna

In 2013, Jonathan Whooper was arrested after repeatedly trying to break into Rihanna’s home in Pacific Palisades. During one attempt, he broke a glass door with a chair and told people he was going to marry the singer. Security stopped him until the police arrived, and he was charged with attempted burglary and stalking after being connected to multiple visits to her property. Rihanna then obtained a restraining order, requiring him to stay at least 100 yards away from her.

Nia Long

In 2013, the actress sought a restraining order against a man named Everette Bradley, claiming he was stalking her. Bradley, from Pasadena, allegedly went to her home, frightening her family. Reports stated she feared for her and her children’s safety due to his actions. The court approved the order, preventing him from approaching her home or work. This case highlighted the safety concerns even famous people face in their own communities.

Michael Jordan

NBA icon Michael Jordan had to take legal action against Demetria Smith, who repeatedly claimed he was the father of her child and wouldn’t stop contacting him. Despite DNA tests proving he wasn’t the father and a dismissed paternity suit, Smith continued to harass Jordan for years. She was eventually arrested and jailed for stalking and violating court orders prohibiting contact with him. Jordan’s lawyers worked tirelessly to put an end to the ongoing harassment.

Tyra Banks

Supermodel Tyra Banks was stalked by a fan, Martell Parker, who consistently sent letters and gifts to her home and workplace. In 2004, Parker was arrested after following Banks to a coffee shop and trying to approach her. Her security team had considered him dangerous, knowing he had previously been in a psychiatric facility. Banks bravely testified in court about the fear Parker’s obsession caused, and he was ultimately convicted of stalking and required to receive mental health treatment.

Lil’ Kim

The rapper obtained a restraining order against Raven Javon Jackson after months of harassment. Jackson reportedly camped near the rapper’s New Jersey home in her car and would yell at her whenever she came or went. She also posted unsettling messages online, making bizarre comparisons between herself and the artist. The court order prevents Jackson from approaching the rapper’s home or contacting her family. The rapper is concerned for the safety of her daughter because of Jackson’s unpredictable actions.

Taraji P. Henson

In 2014, the actress filed a temporary restraining order against a man named Abraham Percival after he repeatedly followed her to work and waited for her in parking lots. He had also sent her numerous emails and social media messages expressing his love and wanting to marry her. His behavior became more intense when he traveled to try and meet her. The court order legally required him to stay away from her and stop contacting her.

50 Cent

As a movie critic, I’ve seen plenty of dramatic confrontations, but this one played out in real life with 50 Cent as the central figure. It seems he had a serious issue with a fan, Elisa Morton, who he accused of stalking and even threatening him. Apparently, she bombarded him with texts and repeatedly showed up at his home in Connecticut, despite not being welcome. Things got so bad he had to get a legal order to keep her away. What’s interesting is he didn’t just go to the authorities; he aired the whole thing on social media, publicly calling her out to his massive following. It really showcases how 50 Cent tends to handle personal problems – directly and very publicly.

Janet Jackson

In 2005, Janet Jackson secured a restraining order against Robert Gardner, a fan who had stalked her for nine years. Gardner reportedly appeared at a ‘Saturday Night Live’ rehearsal carrying a box cutter and a knife. He had previously sent Jackson numerous faxes and letters, falsely claiming a relationship and trying to meet with her. The court ordered him to stay away from Jackson and her family for three years. The fact that he was carrying weapons made this a particularly frightening stalking incident for her.

Ciara

In 2013, Johniles Yarde was arrested for breaking into Ciara’s Los Angeles home. He climbed the fence and started loudly demanding to see her. Ciara was home at the time, and her security team called the police. Yarde said he was just a fan trying to meet her, but his forceful actions led to his arrest. After the incident, Ciara legally sought protection to keep him away from her property.

Malika

Reality TV star Malika Haqq, a close friend of Khloé Kardashian, was stalked by a man named Davion Lemere. He was arrested after repeatedly ignoring warnings to stay away and showing up at her house, eventually leading to a standoff with police. Haqq then obtained a restraining order to protect herself. The incident highlights the safety concerns that reality stars face due to their public profiles.

Shaquille O’Neal

Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal was embroiled in a legal dispute with hip-hop artist MaryJane (Alexis Miller), whom he claimed was stalking him. Miller had initially sought a restraining order against O’Neal, alleging he threatened her, but O’Neal’s lawyers presented evidence of her harassing him and attempting to blackmail him. The conflict stemmed from threatening communications – emails and phone calls – after their relationship ended. Ultimately, the case was dropped when Miller withdrew her request, but court documents and police reports showed a heated and contentious situation.

T.I.

Rapper T.I. and his wife, Tiny, called the police after a woman named Karen Shavon illegally entered their property and went inside their house. Shavon reportedly walked in through an unlocked door and was found sitting in a bedroom, claiming to be T.I.’s wife and a resident of the home. T.I. wasn’t there at the time, but the incident was very upsetting for his family. Shavon was arrested for trespassing, and the couple quickly improved their home security.

2025-12-01 15:16