"The Blind Side": Michael Oher, Tuohys Estranged for 10 Years
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NFL star Michael Oher has filed a petition claiming that the family who inspired the film The Blind Side misled him about his adoption and enriched themselves at his expense. Oher has asked for the conservatorship to be terminated and for a full accounting of the money earned from his story. The family denies the claims, calling them "hurtful and absurd."
Retired NFL player Michael Oher is taking legal action against the Tuohy family, who supposedly adopted him, claiming they "tricked" him into signing a document. Oher alleges that the family profited from royalties generated by the film adaptation of his story, The Blind Side. He is seeking to revoke the conservatorship, prevent the family from using his likeness and name, and receive a fair share of the profits. The Tuohy family denies making considerable money off the production. The story gained media attention and was turned into a successful movie, winning Sandra Bullock an Oscar.
Retired NFL player Michael Oher is taking legal action against the Tuohy family, who supposedly adopted him, claiming they tricked him into signing a document that made them his conservators. Oher alleges that the family profited from royalties generated by the film "The Blind Side." He is seeking to revoke the conservatorship, prevent the family from using his likeness, and receive a fair share of the profits. The Tuohy family denies making considerable money off the film.
Michael Oher's accusations against his adoptive parents have caused people to question the accuracy of the film The Blind Side.
Michael Oher, the former NFL player who inspired "The Blind Side," accuses adoptive parents of lying and seeks termination of conservatorship.
Hello, let's dive into the world of Sean Tuohy, shall we? So who's this guy with a beautiful Irish surname that rolls off your tongue like smooth whiskey anyway? Well, ever heard about Michael Lewis' best-seller "The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game"? Or the Oscar-winning movie adaptation starring Sandra Bullock called "The Blind Side"? If you have (kudos if you did), you'll know him as one half of the real-life generous couple who took in Michael Oher, a homeless African-American student.
Don't get trapped in thinking he is just known for his humanitarian feat. Oh no! Tuohy, an entrepreneur and celebrated sports broadcaster1, enriched America’s basketball scene during his days at Ole Miss too.[source]. And rightly so – setting a record for being their assists leader!2. Imagine such skill - wouldn’t it be fascinating to witness?
Add to that mix him being co-owner of NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies aside from owning fast food joints under YUM brands! A man wearing many hats indeed!
Weaving such striking stories about someone remarkable like Sean can sometimes feel surreal, isn't it? But that's what makes life interesting — uncovering layers woven together by unexpected turns. So next time when flipping through Netflix or strolling down memory lane for epic NCAA performances[source], remember there are incredible tales behind each tale waiting to amaze us.
We truly live amidst extraordinary people living out their ordinary lives making our world an awe-inspiring place...wouldn't you agree and quench your curiosity more often than not?(Rhetorical wink)
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