Flatley Wins Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Tyna Marie Robertson

Tyna Marie Robertson who accused dancer Michael Flatley of sexual assault has been ordered to pay him more than $11 million for making false allegations to extort money from him, according to documents obtained Monday.

Superior Court Judge Michael L. Stern found that real estate agent Tyna Marie Robertson had defamed and intentionally inflicted emotional distress upon Flatley, 49, who appeared in "Riverdance," "Lord of the Dance," "Feet of Flames" and "Celtic Tiger."

Robertson had alleged Flatley raped her in a Las Vegas hotel in 2002 and threatened to sue unless he agreed to pay a "seven figures" settlement, according to court papers.

Police declined to press criminal charges, and Flatley said the sex was consensual.Robertson then filed a $33 million lawsuit in Illinois alleging sexual assault, but it was dismissed.

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Michael Flatley to Appear on Dancing With The Stars

Michael Flatley, who have danced in Lord of The Dance, Celtic Tiger and Riverdance will make Rare Television dancing appearance on ABC's Dancing With The Stars next week.

Michael Flatley, the world’s greatest living dance legend, will make a rare appearance on American television when he performs on the hit ABC-TV series "Dancing With the Stars" on Tuesday, November 20 at 8:00PM (EST & PST).

American audiences are greatly anticipating getting a chance to see Flatley, along with a troupe of his acclaimed dancers, perform on the ratings hit which has taken the country by storm.The November 20 airing with Michael Flatley will mark the semi-finals of the dance competition.

Michael Flatley's path to stardom proves what the human spirit can accomplish when relentless drive and determination converge with dreams. His long and arduous journey from construction worker on Chicago 's South Side to one of the world's most accomplished and innovative artists alive today is an inspiration to all who face overwhelming obstacles and challenges along the road to success.

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