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Judge Dismisses Andy Stone's $20M Lawsuit Against Mariah Carey

3/21/2025

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In a decisive ruling, a federal judge tossed out Andy Stone's $20 million copyright lawsuit against Mariah Carey, declaring their songs musically distinct. The court criticized Stone's legal team for presenting a baseless case, imposing sanctions for their frivolous claims. Meanwhile, Carey revels in the ongoing success of her beloved holiday classic.

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In a decisive ruling, a federal judge tossed out Andy Stone's $20 million copyright lawsuit against Mariah Carey, declaring their songs musically distinct. The court criticized Stone's legal team for presenting a baseless case, imposing sanctions for their frivolous claims. Meanwhile, Carey revels in the ongoing success of her beloved holiday classic.