Author Michael Lewis recently revisited the saga of Michael Oher in a recent interview, as a judge in Tennessee agreed to terminate the conservatorship between the former NFL player and a Tennessee couple. Lewis chronicled Oher’s journey in his book “The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game”, which later became a movie starring Sandra Bullock. Oher’s life once again came into the spotlight in August when he accused the Tuohy family of lying about adopting him and exploiting his name and likeness for their own benefit.
Initially, Lewis blamed the “Hollywood studio system” for any financial issues related to the book and movie in an interview with The Washington Post. However, in a recent interview with The Guardian while promoting his new book about Sam Bankman-Fried, Lewis seemed to change his stance.
Lewis defended the Tuohys, stating that they did not make millions of dollars from “The Blind Side” and emphasized the importance of their support in Oher’s journey to the NFL. He also discussed Oher’s behavior changes and speculated on the factors that may have influenced his decision to file a lawsuit against the Tuohy family.
It should be noted that a representative for Oher did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment on Lewis’ statements.
Lewis’ remarks coincide with the Shelby County Probate Court Judge Kathleen Gomes’ decision to terminate the conservatorship, which is commonly used in Tennessee for individuals with medical conditions or disabilities. However, Judge Gomes has not dismissed the case altogether.
In his petition filed in August, Oher alleged that he was never legally adopted by the Tuohy family and was instead manipulated into a conservatorship that solely benefited them. He seeks to end the conservatorship and prevent the family from using his name and likeness. Oher also wants a share of the profits that the family allegedly made using his name.
The Tuohy family’s lawyers have denied these allegations, stating that they loved Oher like a son and provided him with support and resources. They claim that the conservatorship was necessary to comply with NCAA rules to allow Oher to attend Ole Miss, the university where Sean Tuohy played basketball. The family asserts that Oher was aware of the nature of their relationship as conservators rather than adoptive parents.
Oher, known for his time in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens and other teams, was selected in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. It is important to note that Fox News’ Joe Morgan contributed to this report.
Ryan Gaydos, a senior editor for Fox News Digital, contributed to the article.
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