The Breakfast Club EXCLUSIVE: Gizelle Bryant Responds To Eminem’s Harassment Allegation
Nov 27, 2025
Gizelle Bryant, a reality TV personality and co-host of the Reasonably Shady podcast, dives into the legal tussle with Eminem over trademark disputes. She reveals how the case emerged, highlighting their fight for the ‘Reasonably Shady’ name against claims of consumer confusion with 'Slim Shady.' Gizelle shares insights into the intense media scrutiny surrounding depositions and their strategy to maintain a fair process. With a commitment to their podcast, she emphasizes the title resonates with their audience, not Eminem.
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Podcast Launch Led To Unexpected Lawsuit
- Gizelle Bryant and Robin Dixon launched Reasonably Shady in May 2021 and later filed a trademark in February following their launch.
- Eminem opposed the trademark in February 2023, claiming consumer confusion with Slim Shady and damage to his brand.
Depositions Spark The Conflict
- Gizelle says both she and Robin were deposed by Eminem's attorneys and cleared full days for the process.
- Now Eminem is being asked to be deposed, and scheduling disagreements escalated into accusations of harassment.
Fairness Framing Shapes Their Defense
- Gizelle argues fairness: they gave a full day when asked and expect the same courtesy from Eminem.
- She frames the scheduling dispute as unequal treatment, not harassment.