Oh wow this is shocking! Former NFL player, Michael Oher who inspired “The Blind Side” movie is revealing he was never adopted by a rich white family, which was portrayed in the movie. According to Tennessee court filings obtained by ESPN the former football player was allegedly manipulated by the family so they could be more wealthy by using him.
In the court documents Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy are accused of taking Oher into their home as a high school student under a conservatorship that he was tricked into. According to ESPN, the conservatorship granted them legal authority to make business deals on his behalf. Oher, who is now 37 years old is reportedly asking the court to end the Tuohy family’s conservatorship, stop them from using his name and likeness and provide a full account of the their earnings from using his name. In addition to unspecified compensatory and punitive damages, he is also reportedly seeking a “fair” share of profits.
In more shocking details it was revealed that Oher also never received any money from the classic movie, “The Blind Side.” The Tuohy family reportedly negotiated a deal that made them and their two north children millions of dollars in royalties from the Oscar winning film.
Growing up Michael faced a challenging upbringing characterized by poverty, homelessness, and an unstable family environment. He thought his life was taking a positive turn when he was taken in by the Tuohy family, who provided him with stability, care, and support. With their help, he excelled in academics and football during his high school years, but according to these new reports that was all apart of their plot.
Oher’s athletic prowess and size (he stood at 6’4″ and weighed around 310 pounds) caught the attention of college recruiters. He played college football at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), where he became a standout offensive lineman. Oher’s performance on the field earned him numerous awards and accolades.
In the 2009 NFL Draft, Michael Oher was selected as the 23rd overall pick by the Baltimore Ravens. He played for the Ravens from 2009 to 2013, primarily as an offensive tackle. Oher was known for his strong blocking skills, particularly in pass protection.
One of the most iconic moments of Oher’s career came during Super Bowl XLVII in 2013 when he was a member of the Baltimore Ravens. The team emerged victorious, defeating the San Francisco 49ers and securing the championship.
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