Shannon Sharpe’s Accuser Gabriella Zuniga Promises Fans a Sextape If They Pay Her $2000

Gabriella Zuniga, a 21-year-old from Nevada, has recently become a focal point in a high-profile legal battle against former NFL star and media personality Shannon Sharpe. Known online as “Karli,” Zuniga has built a significant digital presence as an OnlyFans content creator and social media influencer. However, her name has surged into the public eye due to a $50 million civil lawsuit filed against Sharpe in April 2025, alleging serious accusations of assault, battery, and emotional distress.

Gabriella Zuniga was born around 2004, making her 21 years old as of 2025. While specific details about her early life, family, and upbringing remain private, court documents indicate she was 19 when she met Shannon Sharpe in 2023, suggesting a Nevada-based residence at the time. There is little public information about her education or childhood, as Zuniga’s online persona has primarily focused on her career as a content creator. Notably, another individual named Gabriella Zuniga from Canada clarified on Instagram that she is not the person involved in the lawsuit, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing the correct individual.

Zuniga, under the online alias “Karli,” has cultivated a substantial following through her social media presence. Her Instagram account, @sheiskarli, boasted nearly 500,000 followers as of April 2025, featuring content such as bikini photos and lingerie shoots. Her primary platform, OnlyFans, offers adult-oriented content for a subscription fee of $12.99 per month, with 71 posts available to her audience. This digital career has been her claim to fame prior to the lawsuit, showcasing her ability to monetize her online persona.

Despite her success, Zuniga’s profession as an OnlyFans creator has drawn scrutiny, with some media outlets and online commentators questioning her credibility based on her career choice. Critics argue that societal biases against adult content creators may unfairly color perceptions of her allegations, a point raised in discussions about the case.

Zuniga’s public narrative is dominated by her relationship with Shannon Sharpe, which began in 2023 when she was 19. According to court filings, the two met at a Los Angeles gym, and their relationship started consensually. Zuniga alleges that over time, the dynamic turned abusive, with incidents of sexual assault occurring in October 2024 and January 2025. She claims Sharpe manipulated and controlled her, recording intimate encounters without consent and threatening her, including an alleged threat to “kill” her if she shared her location via her phone.

A notable incident referenced in the lawsuit involves a September 2024 Instagram Live session where Sharpe was reportedly heard engaging in sexual activity. Zuniga maintains she was not involved and found the public exposure humiliating. Her attorney, Tony Buzbee, known for representing clients in high-profile cases, has released audio clips allegedly capturing Sharpe threatening to choke Zuniga, further fueling the controversy.

Sharpe and his legal team, led by attorney Lanny Davis, vehemently deny the allegations, labeling the lawsuit a “shakedown” and an attempt at blackmail. They have released explicit text messages allegedly from Zuniga, suggesting a consensual relationship involving sexual role-play and financial arrangements. One message reportedly shows Zuniga expressing a desire to have a child with Sharpe, which his team claims indicates a different narrative than the one presented in the lawsuit. Sharpe’s team also alleges Zuniga edited a video of a consensual encounter to misrepresent it as non-consensual.

The legal battle has seen significant developments, including Sharpe’s offer of $10 million to settle the case before it went to court, which Zuniga declined. Both sides continue to present contrasting evidence, with Zuniga’s team emphasizing her claims of non-consensual acts and Sharpe’s team asserting mutual consent.

The case has sparked intense debate online, with opinions divided. Some social media users support Zuniga, arguing that her allegations deserve serious consideration regardless of her profession. Others, including commentators like Boosie and Charleston White, have sided with Sharpe, suggesting the lawsuit is motivated by financial gain, especially given reports of a potential $100 million media deal for Sharpe. The release of explicit texts and audio clips has further polarized reactions, with some questioning Zuniga’s motives and others criticizing Sharpe’s conduct.  Robert Littal of BlackSportsOnline spoke on Zuniga secret trip to Houston before she started recording Sharpe.

Zuniga’s role as an OnlyFans creator has been a focal point in media coverage, often overshadowing her allegations. Articles have highlighted the societal tendency to discredit women in adult entertainment, raising questions about whether Zuniga is being judged for her career rather than her claims. This framing has sparked broader conversations about consent, power dynamics, and the stigma faced by women in non-traditional professions.

This leads us to this exclusive: Zuniga is offering her Onlyfans Fans a chance to view a sex tape, but only the ones who leave over $2000 in tips. There is no word if this tape will include Sharpe, but it is highly likely that it would be someone else, considering her legal situation. We won’t know until someone is in possession of the tape.

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