Court Orders Sex Tape Footage Removed

TMZ reports a federal judge in Florida partially granted Nick Hogan’s emergency motion, enacting a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction. The ruling specifically blocks the inclusion of sex tape footage in Bubba’s documentary, though the film itself can be released as long as that content is excluded. The judge also mandated a $500,000 bond in case Bubba prevails and seeks damages later. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

What the Lawsuit Alleges

Nick Hogan claims Bubba’s documentary, *“Video Killed the Radio Star: The Untold Story of the Hulk Hogan Sex Tape Scandal,”* infringes on his father’s copyrights and trademarks and violates a 2012 settlement agreement between Hulk Hogan and Bubba concerning the sex tape scandal. The lawsuit seeks to block release and damages related to the violation. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Bubba fired back publicly, calling Nick Hogan a “dumbass” and insisting he doesn’t own or control the documentary. He defended the film’s portrayal of Hulk Hogan, insisting it does not cast him in a negative light. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Hulk Hogan’s Privacy Battle’s Ongoing Legacy

This legal clash echoes Hogan’s landmark 2016 privacy victory against Gawker, in which a jury awarded him $140 million (later settled) after the publication of the sex tape. That case reshaped the legal landscape around public figures’ privacy rights. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

What’s Next in the Battle

Bubba’s team can appeal the injunction or fight the ruling in future hearings. If upheld, the film’s release must exclude the sex tape content. Meanwhile, legal experts say this case reinforces the importance of honoring past settlements and copyrights when handling personal scandals in media.

With Hulk Hogan’s estate now fronting the legal push, this dispute may reignite broader dialogue about consent, private content in the media, and the boundaries between journalism and defamation.