Grammy-winning producer seeks to dismiss rape lawsuit

The-Dream was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe.

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The 47-year-old, born Terius Gesteelde-Diamant, was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe, who performed as Channii Monroe.

In response, Mr Gesteelde-Diamant, who has written songs for Beyoncé, Rihanna, Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey, denied the allegations.

On Friday, his legal representatives filed to have the case thrown out, calling the claims "a textbook example of a 'shotgun pleading'."

The term 'shotgun pleading' is used to describe a complaint which sets out multiple allegations without providing the other side with fair notice of the claims.

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