Michael Oher, the former NFL player on whom the moving film “The Blind Side” was based, has brought to light startling allegations against the Tuohy family, who welcomed him into their midst. Oher, who reached the top with the Baltimore Ravens in Super Bowl XLVII and now, at age 35, has decided to go public with his version, claiming that the Tuohy family dishonestly benefited from his story, taking advantage of the fame generated by the film that grossed more than 300 million dollars.
Michael Oher’s Journey
Michael Oher retired from football in 2016 after an eight-season NFL career with the Ravens, Titans, and Panthers. Prior to his professional career, his personal story was integral to the film “The Blind Side.”
The Deception After Guardianship
Michael Oher claimed that Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy persuaded him to sign the guardianship when he was 18, assuring him that it was a similar process to adoption. Yet, Oher claims it was a sham; the document granted Tuohy family control, a power he thought resembled adoption more closely.
The Reality Behind “The Blind Side”
“The Blind Side” film narrates Michael Oher’s tale. An 11-year-old black boy in Memphis, taken in by an affluent white family, possibly adopted as portrayed in the movie. As he grows, his outstanding athletic talent propels him toward excellence, becoming a star in the NFL.
Michael Oher’s Accusations
In a surprising twist, Michael Oher, through his lawyer Gerard Stranch IV, has stated that the story that was presented in the film did not reflect reality. According to documents filed in a Tennessee court, Oher claimed he felt betrayed upon discovering he was not a member of the Tuohy family in the way he had insinuated, and that their relationship was affected by the realization that he was not receiving compensation for the film like the rest of the family.
Michael Oher’s Legal Petitions and Hopes
Michael Oher aims for a court order limiting Tuohy family’s profitable name use, seeking truth recognition and rights restitution. In addition, he seeks fair compensation for his contribution to the film and its story, which influenced the success of “The Blind Side.”
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