Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin is now facing serious allegations of sexual abuse stemming from a recently filed lawsuit.The case, brought forth on January 2, 2026, in New York County Supreme Court, details years of alleged misconduct by the renowned artist.Understanding the complexities of these accusations and the legal processes involved is crucial, and this article aims to provide a complete overview of the situation.
Allegations of Sexual Misconduct Against Donnie McClurkin
The lawsuit, filed by Giuseppe Corletto, alleges a pattern of sexual abuse spanning from 2004 to 2015. Corletto claims that McClurkin, 66, engaged in numerous instances of sexual assault and battery during their professional relationship. According to court documents, the alleged abuse began shortly after Corletto was hired as McClurkin’s personal assistant in August 2003, following a book reading for the singer’s memoir, “Eternal Victim, Eternal Victor.”
A key piece of evidence cited in the lawsuit is an email purportedly sent by McClurkin, where he reportedly expressed remorse for his actions, stating, “I am the actual epitome of a desperate dirty ‘old man.'” This statement, if verified, could considerably impact the case. However, legal representatives for McClurkin have vehemently denied all allegations.
According to a statement released by McClurkin’s attorney, Gregory S. Lisi, the claims are “categorically false” and misrepresent interactions that occurred over a decade ago. Lisi asserts that the accusations are contradicted by the actual facts and