Everything Music. Everything News. Everything live.

Morgan Wallen Pleads Guilty to Chair Throwing Incident

Tony Norkus / Shutterstock.com
Tony Norkus / Shutterstock.com

Morgan Wallen, the prominent country music star, made headlines after a dramatic legal ordeal stemming from a misadventure on a Nashville rooftop bar earlier this year. In April, Wallen threw a chair off the sixth floor of Chief's, a bar owned by fellow country artist Eric Church. The chair landed perilously close to police officers patrolling on Lower Broadway, a famed avenue in the heart of Nashville known for its bars and music venues. Following the incident, he faced serious charges, including three counts of felony reckless endangerment and a misdemeanor for disorderly conduct.

Wallen's legal journey culminated with his appearance in a Nashville court, where he pleaded conditionally guilty to two reduced misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment. This plea agreement was part of a deal orchestrated under Tennessee’s Diversion Statute, which allows for charges to be dismissed and expunged upon successful completion of a probationary period. Under the terms, Wallen was sentenced to spend seven days in a DUI education center and to serve a two-year period of supervised probation. Additionally, he had to pay a $350 fine and court fees. The charges had been initially levied as felonies, which could have led to a harsher penalty, but were reduced during the court proceedings.

Despite the gravity of the charges, Wallen's lawyer, Worrick Robinson, successfully negotiated for a plea that emphasized rehabilitation over punitive measures. Robinson stated that Wallen had been cooperative throughout the eight-month ordeal, maintaining communication with authorities and expressing remorse to all parties involved. The judge and the officers affected agreed to the terms of the conditional plea, acknowledging Wallen's willingness to take responsibility for his actions and his commitment to amend.

The legal outcome mitigated what could have been a more severe punishment, reflecting Wallen’s status as a high-profile figure in the country music scene. The incident added to Wallen's history of controversial behavior, including a previous arrest for public intoxication in 2020 and a widely publicized scandal in 2021 involving the use of a racial slur. Despite these setbacks, Wallen's career has seen a resurgence. He was named Entertainer of the Year at the most recent CMA Awards and completed his “One Night at a Time” tour in October, focusing on his musical contributions and his personal development.

Amid these legal challenges, Wallen has communicated to fans his dedication to continuing his music career and personal growth. In a post-verdict statement, Robinson emphasized Wallen's commitment to using his platform positively, aiming to move past his legal troubles and the public controversies that have plagued his past. Overall, the resolution of this case positions Wallen to return to his musical pursuits and maintain his standing within the country music community, provided he adheres to the terms of his probation and continues his path towards personal and professional rehabilitation.

Key Takeaways

Related Stories

Al Aumuller/New York World-Telegram and the Sun (uploaded by User:Urban), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

New Woody Guthrie Compilation Includes Recording of ‘Deportee’

A rare and culturally significant release has been announced for fans of music history and socially conscious songwriting. The release…

Iron Maiden - Nicko McBrain Sweden Rock Festival, Solvesborg, Sweden - 07 Jun 2018

Retired Iron Maiden Drummer, Nicko McBrain, Announces July 2025 Shows

Nicko McBrain, the renowned drummer from Iron Maiden, is poised to hit the stage once more, albeit in a new…

Jelly Roll CMA Fest 2025, Day 2, Nashville, Tennessee, USA - 06 Jun 2025

Jelly Roll is Not Happy with Logan Paul’s Interruption at WWE ‘Smackdown’

The intersection of music and wrestling has always offered unique entertainment dynamics, but the recent WWE SmackDown event in Nashville…

Singer Emmanuel Kelly (R), English singer Chris Martin (C) of Coldplay, US singer Doja Cat (C-L), Colombian singer J Balvin (2-L), and Nigerian singer Tems (L) perform during the halftime show of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, 13 July 2025. FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final - Chelsea vs PSG, East Rutherford, USA - 13 Jul 2025

Watch Coldplay & Others Perform at The FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

The FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, witnessed a historic halftime show that…

Singer/musician MICHAEL MCDONALD formally of THE DOOBIE BROTHERS seen at the Ninth Annual Love Rocks NYC Benefit Concert For God's Love We Deliver held at the Beacon Theater. 9th Annual Love Rocks NYC Benefit Concert For God's Love We Deliver, New York, USA - 06 Mar 2025

Michael McDonald Wants to Be a Doobie Brother Indefinitely

Michael McDonald, an iconic figure in the rock music scene, has been a quintessential part of The Doobie Brothers. His…

Kevin Parke of the psychedelic music project band, Tame Impala NOS Primavera Sound Festival, Porto, Portugal - 09 Jun 2022

Tame Impala Teases New Music on Social Media

Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker is creating a buzz in the music world with hints of new material. Recent updates across…

This Is Spinal Tap, David Kaff, Christopher Guest

Spinal Tap Keyboardist, David Kaff, Dies at 79

Recently, the music world bid farewell to David Kaff, a versatile musician and actor most renowned for his role as…

Don Barnes, 38 Special in concert at Celebrate Virginia Live!, Fredericksburg, Virginia, America - 20 May 2011

38 Special to Release First Album in Over 20 Years

In a spectacular culmination of five decades in the music industry, legendary southern rock band 38 Special is celebrating its…

Nikki Sixx 'Faster' film premiere, Los Angeles, America - 22 Nov 2010

Nikki Sixx Shares Why Mötley Crüe Wasn’t at Ozzy’s Last Show

In the vibrant world of rock music, few names hold as much legendary status as Ozzy Osbourne and his contributions…