Benny Medina
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About
Music producer, talent manager, and television producer whose life story was adapted into The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. He managed performers like Jennifer Lopez, Tyra Banks, Mariah Carey, and Diddy. He wrote and produced for The Temptations, Billy Preston, Smokey Robinson, and Teena Marie.
Before Fame
As a teenager, he became friends with a wealthy friend whose family invited him to live in a rebuilt garage behind their Beverly Hills home. He attended Beverly Hills High School.
Trivia
In November 2017, actor Jason Dottley accused him of attempted rape in 2008. He denied the allegation. In 2003, Jennifer Lopez fired him and filed a complaint against him with California's labor commission. In 2008, they resumed their professional relationship.
Family Life
He lived in foster homes after the death of his mother. He and his siblings also lived with his aunt.
Associated With
He collaborated with artists such as Ray Charles, Queen Latifah, Prince, Madonna, and Fleetwood Mac.
