Defamation

Jerry Heller’s “Straight Outta Compton” Lawsuit Moves Forward

Jerry Heller wasn’t pleased about how he was portrayed in the recent N.W.A biopic, Straight Outta Compton, so he sued the filmmakers, including Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and Eazy-E’s estate for $110 million. In a recent motion, U.S. District Judge Michael Fitzgerald says the lawsuit can move forward, according to Billboard. Heller blasted the entire movie, claiming defamation against his character and …