Shannon Sharpe’s Accuser Finds God … And She’s Tithing 10% Of Her Settlement
Whew, chile. The Shannon Sharpe saga just got even wilder. After months of drama, accusations, and one very expensive settlement, the woman who accused NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe of rape has popped up on Instagram with a whole new vibe. Gabrielle Zuniga, the 22-year-old internet model at the center of the case, says she’s given her life to Christ — and as a good Christian, she’s promising to tithe part of her settlement money.
And not just pocket change either. If she’s sticking to tradition, that means 10% of the multi-million dollar payout is going straight to the church collection plate. That’s a whole lot of communion wafers, sis.
The Case That Shocked Everyone
For those who missed the headlines, Zuniga filed a $50 million lawsuit against Sharpe back in April 2025, accusing him of rape and sexual misconduct. She originally filed as “Jane Doe” but later revealed her identity, setting off a firestorm of media attention.
Sharpe, never one to hold back, clapped back immediately. He called the whole thing a “shake down” cooked up by Zuniga’s lawyer, Tony Buzbee — the same attorney who’s gone toe-to-toe with Jay-Z and other celebs. Still, despite vowing to countersue for defamation, the former NFL star-turned-podcast host ended up settling the case out of court.
Sources say the number was eye-watering — somewhere between $15 million and $23 million. Either way, it’s a life-changing check.
A New Chapter: Faith Over OF
Now, weeks after the ink dried on the settlement, Gabrielle is sounding a lot less like an Instagram baddie and a lot more like a Sunday school teacher. On Instagram, she posted a lengthy Bible verse about God delivering her from her enemies and exalting her “above adversaries.”
She also made it clear she’s walking away from her past. Zuniga announced she’s retiring from OF, thanking her supporters for “an incredible journey” but promising that she’s moving on to “new projects.” Translation: sis cashed out, found Jesus, and doesn’t need that subscription money anymore.
Fans Are Eating It Up (And Dragging Shannon)
Of course, the internet had a field day with this. Some fans praised her transformation, calling it “a blessing in disguise.” Others, though, kept the focus on Sharpe, clowning him for letting a 22-year-old “finesse” him out of millions.
One fan wrote, “Shannon will always be a big old dummy.” Another added, “He was an easy target.” And let’s not forget — Sharpe also lost his high-profile gig at ESPN’s First Take in the fallout. Talk about adding insult to injury.
Pastor’s Pet Or PR Move?
Now the question is, how long will this new spiritual journey last? Some people believe Gabrielle’s conversion is genuine. Others think it’s a little too convenient, given the timing. Either way, Sharpe can rest easy knowing that at least 10% of his settlement money is being put in the Lord’s hands.
From OF to open Bible, Gabrielle Zuniga’s glow-up is proof that in the world of celebrity scandal, the plot alwaysthickens.
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