Gabrielle Zuniga Flaunts Her New Wealth … Calls Herself A “Boss” After Finessing Shannon Sharpe Out Of Nearly $20M!
Gabrielle Zuniga, the woman who accused NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe of assault earlier this year, is now turning heads on Instagram — flaunting her newfound wealth and clapping back at her critics.
Gabby, who was just 19 years old when she started dating the 56-year-old retired football star, posted a series of flashy IG stories this week showing off luxury items, including a $15K Chanel purse and more. But it was her words that really set social media on fire.
“You don’t gotta call me nothing else but Boss or Don,” Gabrielle wrote.
The Relationship
Gabrielle and Shannon’s relationship was controversial from the start. At nearly 40 years her senior, Shannon raised eyebrows by getting involved with the teenage model. Their romance, insiders say, was extremely toxic.
According to reports, the pair engaged in what Gabby herself described as “rough, degenerate role play.” But after recording one of their encounters, Gabrielle later claimed the interaction was non-consensual.
The Lawsuit & Settlement
Gabby wasted no time lawyering up. She hired Tony Buzbee, a Texas attorney known for high-profile celebrity cases, and filed a lawsuit against Shannon seeking $50 million in damages.
The case made headlines, and while Shannon initially vowed to fight the allegations — even threatening to countersue for defamation — the situation escalated quickly.
By midsummer, Media Take Out learned that Shannon quietly agreed to a massive settlement package, paying Gabrielle close to $20 million to make the lawsuit go away.
The payout was so steep that Shannon reportedly had to sell off portions of his podcasting empire, including stakes in Club Shay Shay and Nightcap, to raise the cash.
Gabby’s Victory Lap
Now, Gabrielle is living her best life — at least according to her social media. From expensive vacations to dripping in luxury brands, the 22-year-old seems to be enjoying every penny.
And she’s not shy about the backlash.
Her posts have sparked a debate online, with some calling her a “genius hustler” while others brand her a “scammer”who destroyed a man’s career.
Shannon’s Fall
Meanwhile, Shannon has been left scrambling. Once one of the most respected voices in sports media, he’s now facing a tarnished reputation and financial strain. ESPN cut ties with him earlier this summer, and while Club Shay Shayremains popular, its future is uncertain under new ownership.
“He’s lost money, he’s lost credibility, and he’s lost control of his brand,” one insider told Media Take Out. “Gabrielle took everything.”
What’s Next?
Gabrielle Zuniga shows no signs of slowing down. Whether she becomes an influencer, model, or just continues enjoying the spoils of her settlement, she’s made it clear she sees herself as untouchable.
As for Shannon? He’s keeping quiet, trying to rebuild what’s left of his empire — while the woman who once called him “daddy” now calls herself the Don.