Nearly a month after the Baltimore Banner initially reported that Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker faced accusations of inappropriate sexual conduct from six massage therapists, he has finally issued a public response. Tucker and his wife, Amanda, shared exclusive statements with OutKick, categorically denying any wrongdoing and asserting that all allegations against him are unfounded.
“I maintain I did not act inappropriately at any point before, during, or after a professional bodywork treatment session, nor have I ever been told I am unwelcome at any massage therapy provider,” Tucker stated via OutKick. “These claims are simply not true. Throughout the last four weeks, I have spent countless hours replaying every interaction I have had with bodywork professionals over the last thirteen years. I can assure whoever is reading this that I have never intended to disrespect anyone, cross any boundary, or make anyone feel uncomfortable in any way whatsoever. It devastates me to know that anyone I have worked with would not have felt respected and valued as a professional, but more importantly as a person, and to anyone who has felt otherwise, I am sorry.”
Since the initial report, more massage therapists have come forward with similar allegations, bringing the total to 16 across eight different spas. They accuse Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior during massages from 2012 to 2016, with allegations including intentional exposure of genitalia and leaving ejaculate on massage tables. Two spas have reportedly banned Tucker from their facilities.
The NFL is currently investigating the allegations and has begun speaking with some accusers, according to ESPN. The Ravens have described the claims as “serious and concerning,” but will await the investigation’s findings before deciding on Tucker’s future with the team.
“The false allegations against Justin have caused so much hurt to our family. I believe my husband, and I love and support him fully,” Amanda stated. Tucker, alongside his attorney Joe Terry of Williams & Connolly’s First Amendment practice group, emphasized his denial of the allegations, reiterating, “I can assure whoever is reading this that I have never intended to disrespect anyone, cross any boundary, or make anyone feel uncomfortable in any way whatsoever.”
In relation to one accusation where a therapist claimed Tucker “repeatedly exposed himself” and left behind “what she believed to be ejaculate,” his legal counsel referenced sworn declarations from Tony and Meredith Horwath, former owners of the Ritz-Carlton spa where the incidents allegedly occurred, disputing these claims. OutKick received these documents. Tucker’s lawyers also dismissed allegations from the owners of the now-closed Studio 921 and Ojas, noting that Studio 921 had previously used Tucker’s image for promotional purposes on their website prior to closure in 2023.
Michael Belsky and Catherine Dickinson, attorneys representing several of Tucker’s accusers, offered a statement to OutKick: “We do not represent the spa owners, only the affected therapists. Whether the owners acted appropriately and in protection of their respective employees when faced with complaints is a question better directed to them.”
As Tucker enters his 14th season with the Ravens, he remains regarded as one of the best placekickers in NFL history, having earned seven Pro Bowl selections and five All-Pro First-Team honors, while also contributing to Baltimore’s Super Bowl XLVII victory.
You can read Tucker’s full statement here.
