Singer Ricky Martin sues nephew who accused him of incest and sex abuse, alleges million-dollar losses

Ricky Martin filed a lawsuit against his nephew accusing him of extortion, malicious persecution, abuse of law and damages stemming from false allegations that attorneys say cost the artist millions of dollars in lost income. Photo: AP

Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin filed a lawsuit Wednesday (Sept 7) against his nephew accusing him of extortion, malicious persecution, abuse of law and damages stemming from false allegations of sexual abuse.

Martin's lawyers said the claim by the nephew, which he has since racanted, has cost the singer millions of dollars in lost income.