Documentary about Chris Brown’s domestic violence in the works from the same network behind ‘Silence on the Set’

Chris Brown and his long history of legal troubles and alleged harassment might be the subject of an upcoming documentary from ID Network, the same network that tackled Nickelodeon’s dark past in the docuseries “Silence on Set.”

“Chris Brown: A History of Violence,” which premieres October 27 at 9 p.m. ET on ID, will kick off ID’s third annual “No Excuses for Abuse” campaign, which falls on Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. The documentary will delve into the legal issues facing the 35-year-old “Forever” singer, including high-profile cases of domestic violence and allegations of assault and sexual assault.

According to the logline of the documentary, per Diversity“Chris Brown: A History of Violence” will delve into Brown’s history of abuse, including his difficult childhood growing up in Virginia. The film will even explore the lasting impact of the cycle of abuse and ultimately ask the query: “How does a man with such a violent past in the media maintain his superstar status?”

The documentary will feature expert cultural commentary in addition to “thoughtful reflections” on each survivor’s experiences and stories.

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Brown’s troubles in the public eye began in 2009, when a physical altercation together with his then-girlfriend Rihanna sent her to hospital with serious facial injuries. At that point, Brown pleaded guilty to assault and accepted a plea deal. Since then, Brown has continued to rack up allegations and make headlines for problematic behavior, including accusing a lady of sexual assault in 2018 (the suit was settled out of court). Back in June, Brown made news after he was sued over an alleged fight that took place backstage at one among his concert events between him and men who were reportedly there for the meeting.

The trailer for the latest documentary “The Identifiers” reveals a brand new accuser, whose identity is hidden, who brings further allegations against Brown.

“I haven’t spoken about it publicly, but that’s the only way to stop it,” the accuser says in the trailer.

Fresh off the premiere of “The View” documentary, co-host Sunny Hostin will lead a conversation on intimate partner violence.
“Throughout my career, I have always made it a priority to be a fierce defender of women and children,” Hostin said in a press release to Variety. “Domestic violence is a very close and personal issue for me as I reflect on my past as a prosecutor handling these types of cases and on my role as a mother and a public figure whose actions inform and help shape the next generation. This issue is a widespread epidemic that knows no socioeconomic boundaries, which is why I am dedicated to advancing and continuing this crucial conversation. The more we know, the better we can help promote change as a society.”