Chealse Sophia Howell Lawsuit Against Grant Cardone and Cardone Capital Highlights Growing Legal Risks of Social Media Influence

MIAMI, FL - A newly filed lawsuit involving former Miss Universe Canada delegate Chealse Sophia Howell, sales trainer Grant Cardone, and real estate investment firm Cardone Capital, LLC, is drawing attention to the expanding legal responsibilities tied to online influence and digital publishing.

Chealse Sophia Howell filed the civil complaint on December 11, 2025, in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court of Miami-Dade County, Florida, under Case No. 25-024299-CA-01. The lawsuit alleges defamation and tortious interference arising from statements published across major social media platforms, including Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

According to the complaint, Chealse Sophia Howell claims that Grant Cardone and Cardone Capital disseminated false and damaging statements about her to their combined online audiences, which number in the millions. The lawsuit alleges that these statements included accusations of criminal conduct overseas, allegations Ms. Howell categorically denies.

The filing asserts that the wide reach of these posts caused significant reputational harm, disrupted existing business relationships, and interfered with prospective professional opportunities. Ms. Howell further alleges that the online dissemination of the statements resulted in emotional distress and ongoing concerns related to her personal safety.

Chealse Sophia Howell is an entrepreneur and international model who has worked across fashion, media, and brand development. Court documents state that her professional reputation plays a central role in her ability to operate businesses, secure partnerships, and maintain contractual relationships. The lawsuit claims the alleged statements undermined years of professional work and public credibility.

The complaint outlines multiple legal claims, including defamation per se, defamation by implication, and tortious interference with both contractual and advantageous business relationships. Ms. Howell is seeking $500 million in compensatory and punitive damages, as well as injunctive relief to prevent further alleged defamatory conduct. She has also requested attorneys' fees, costs, and a jury trial.

Her legal counsel, Douglas J. Jeffrey, argues in court filings that the case reflects a broader issue facing the digital landscape, where statements made online by high visibility individuals can rapidly spread and create lasting consequences. The complaint emphasizes that social media influence carries real world responsibility, particularly when allegations are made without substantiation.

Grant Cardone is a well known sales educator, author, and real estate investor, while Cardone Capital operates as a multifamily real estate investment company. At this stage, no findings of liability have been made, and the defendants have not been adjudicated responsible for the claims asserted in the lawsuit.

Legal analysts note that courts across the United States are increasingly confronted with cases involving alleged online defamation, especially when the parties involved have substantial followings. Such cases may help shape how existing defamation standards are applied to modern digital communication channels.

The lawsuit involving Chealse Sophia Howell, Grant Cardone, and Cardone Capital highlights the growing tension between free expression on social platforms and the legal protections afforded to individuals against reputational harm. As online platforms continue to influence careers, businesses, and public perception, disputes of this nature are expected to become more common.

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Disclaimer: This press release is based on allegations contained in a civil complaint. All defendants are presumed innocent of wrongdoing unless and until proven otherwise in a court of law.

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