Comedian sued for $27M over 'Circle of Life' joke from chant in 'The Lion King'
Joe KottkeNBC News

Comedian Learnmore Jonasi, left, and composer Lebo M.
Comedian Learnmore Jonasi, left, and composer Lebo M.
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- Comedian sued for $27M over 'Circle of Life' joke from chant in 'The Lion King'NBC News · Joe Kottke · Mar 27, 2026, 5:12 PM
- 'The Lion King' song composer sues comedian for $27M over 'Circle of Life' jokeNBC News · Joe Kottke · Mar 27, 2026, 5:12 PM
- Composer behind 'The Lion King' opening vocals sues comedian for $27M over 'Circle of Life' jokeNBC News · Joe Kottke · Mar 27, 2026, 5:12 PM
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