Jordon Hudson, the former Bridgewater State University cheerleader and ex-girlfriend of New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, has filed a civil complaint against two Massachusetts Airbnb hosts. The lawsuit stems from a June 2023 stay at the property where Hudson claimed the hosts committed “egregious violations of her privacy” by sharing video footage of Belichick without a shirt. According to court records obtained by ESPN, the incident occurred before the public was fully aware of the couple’s romantic relationship, which began in 2021 after they met on a flight from Boston to Florida.
Former Patriots coach’s ex alleges privacy violations after 2023 footage surfaced online
The defendants in the case are Elise McDevitt and Craig Nolan, owners of the Massachusetts home Hudson rented for four nights. Hudson alleges that McDevitt actively distributed the private footage, including texting Hudson a link to the Ring camera video. The complaint highlights specific text messages sent by McDevitt, one of which read, “As we discussed, I’m a huge cowboys fan, but don’t live under a rock!” while another message appeared to confirm her awareness of Belichick’s identity. These actions form the core of Hudson’s claim that the hosts knowingly breached her expectation of privacy during her stay.
This legal action marks a significant escalation in the aftermath of the viral 2023 video that sparked widespread media attention. By taking legal action against the property owners rather than seeking damages from the platform or the public, Hudson is targeting the specific individuals who allegedly facilitated the leak. The case underscores the growing legal complexities surrounding smart home security devices and the liability of hosts who share private guest footage, setting a potential precedent for privacy rights in short-term rental markets across the United States.
Source: Yahoo Sports
