Guy Sebastian Reflects on Titus Day Legal Case: A Lesson Learned
Breaking live news today: Australian singer Guy Sebastian recently opened up about the emotional toll of his lengthy legal battle with former manager Titus Day. The case, which started in 2020, centered around allegations that Day embezzled over $600,000 from Sebastian.
The Legal Battle
- Background: Sebastian and Day had a 12-year professional relationship that ended in 2017 due to disagreements over payments and contract issues.
- Trial Outcome: In 2022, Day was initially convicted of misappropriating funds, but the convictions were later quashed on appeal. A retrial in July 2025 resulted in Day’s acquittal on several charges, with the jury unable to reach a verdict on the remaining allegations.
- Case Dismissal: The NSW District Court dismissed the case, citing the prosecution’s decision not to pursue further charges.
Sebastian’s Emotional Journey
Sebastian shared his experience on ABC iview’s The Assembly, discussing the challenges of transitioning from the witness box to performing on stage. “I’m going from the witness box and I would get on stage, and I would see fans in front of me,” he said. “And it was like the best and the worst in a day.”
What’s Next
A civil trial between Sebastian and Day is expected to resume in the Federal Court, where both parties will claim money from their former business relationship. Despite the ongoing litigation, Sebastian’s fans have been a source of support, and he reflects on the lessons learned from this experience