John Oates breaks his silence after Daryl Hall lawsuit, talks about compassion
nypost.comafter being mysteriously sued by his longtime collaborator Daryl Hall.On his social media channels, Oates, 75, posted a Thanksgiving message Thursday preaching “a more compassionate and supportive world.”“During this time of communal reflection and connection with loved ones, let’s not forget those experiencing challenges globally,” the Hall & Oates musician wrote. “As we come together, consider reaching out to support those in need—whether through local charities or international humanitarian initiatives.
May our collective efforts contribute to a more compassionate and supportive world.”Fans were left stunned when it was revealed that Hall, 77, filed a lawsuit against Oates in Nashville, Tennessee, on Nov.
16. Details of the rift are scant because the suit is currently sealed, but documents related to it are labeled “contract/debt.”Sources, however, told TMZ that the duo had been in arbitration to work out “the ground rules of who can sing what as a solo artist, along with money issues, of course.”One day after the lawsuit was filed, the court issued Hall a temporary restraining order against Oates on Nov.
17. And shortly before Oates was set to perform in Colorado and Arizona on Nov. 9 and 10, his concerts were postponed until next year.
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