Jane Johnson was a famous rock star,but retired 20 years ago and withdrew from the public eye.While she was a musician,she stole a very valuable diamond ring from another musician.She quickly returned the diamond,was not arrested for theft,and only her brother knew about the incident.Last week,Spy Magazine published an article revealing the theft.Johnson sued Spy Magazine for private facts.

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Johnson will likely lose the lawsuit because the passage of time does not change the newsworthiness of a previously hidden fact. The fact that Johnson stole a valuable diamond when she was a musician may still be of public interest, even if it occurred 20 years ago. Additionally, the fact that Johnson quickly returned the diamond and was not arrested may not be a strong enough argument for invasion of privacy.

Jane Johnson Was a Famous Rock Star,but Retired 20 Years