Gabriella Zuniga, the 20-year-old OnlyFans model at the center of a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit against former 57-year-old NFL star Shannon Sharpe (Image: Instagram/gabriellazuniga) NFL Hall of Famer and sports commentator Shannon Sharpe reached a confidential settlement in a high-profile sexual assault lawsuit on Friday. July 18. The Buzbee Law Firm filed this on April 20 in Nevada on behalf of ‘Jane Doe’. Multiple news agencies later confirmed that she is none other than 20-year-old OnlyFans star Gabriella Zuniga. Gabriella Zuniga accused Sharpe of sexual misconduct, emotional abuse, and unauthorized recordings during what both sides now describe as a "consensual but tumultuous relationship."Also Read: How much is Dylan Dreyer worth in 2025; and who’s doing better after her split from Brian Fichera?The lawsuit, which originally sought $50 million in damages, was formally dismissed with prejudice, effectively ending the legal proceedings and preventing the case from being reopened. Live EventsNeither party has disclosed details of the settlement, but reports suggest the payout may far exceed an earlier $10 million offer Sharpe allegedly made to avoid trial.Who is Gabriella Zuniga?What is publicly known is that Zuniga is a 20-year-old content creator and model, previously active on platforms like TikTok and Instagram under the handle @sheiskarli. Prior to recent events, she maintained a relatively low online profile, reportedly working in the fitness and influencer space in Los Angeles.Since the lawsuit’s dismissal, Zuniga’s Instagram accounts have either been locked or removed, and she has refrained from posting. Currently, there is another Instagram account, which her @gabriellazuniga may operate. Earlier, she was also in the middle of controversy when she reportedly offered a sex tape to subscribers who tipped over $2,000.About Shannon SharpeShannon Sharpe is a three-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Famer who retired in 2004 as one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history. Over 14 seasons, primarily with the Denver Broncos and a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens, he earned 815 receptions for 10,060 yards and 62 touchdowns, becoming the first tight end to surpass 10,000 receiving yards. After retiring, Sharpe forged a media career, co-hosting Skip and Shannon: Undisputed on FS1 until 2023 and then joining First Take at ESPN in September 2023. He also hosts two popular podcasts, Club Shay Shay and Nightcap, under his Shay Shay Media and The Volume network. The former won accolades and became a major audience draw. As of 2025, his estimated net worth is around $14 million, reflecting earnings from his NFL career, media deals, endorsements, and business ventures such as his premium cognac brand, Shay by Le Portier.(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) Read More News onShannon SharpeGabriella Zunigasexual assault lawsuitOnlyFans modelconfidential settlementNFL Hall of Famer$50 million lawsuitBuzbee Law Firmsharpenfl (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates....moreless (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)Read More News onShannon SharpeGabriella Zunigasexual assault lawsuitOnlyFans modelconfidential settlementNFL Hall of Famer$50 million lawsuitBuzbee Law Firmsharpenfl(Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates....moreless Explore More Stories123