In a surprising twist in the saga of Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin, a federal judge in Oklahoma has ruled that Baskin now possesses Exotic’s former zoo located in Wynnewood. This development comes two years after a trademark infringement lawsuit that was a central focus of Netflix’s hit docuseries, “Tiger King.” The ruling is unlikely to please fans of the show, given the dramatic history.
The judge’s decision included an eviction order for Joe Exotic, Jeff Lowe, and the animals currently residing on the property. They have 120 days to vacate the premises. Once the deadline passes, the property will be transferred to Baskin, who operates a wildlife sanctuary in Florida. While it remains unclear what her plans for the Oklahoma zoo are, it wouldn’t be surprising if she chooses to fill it with more big cats, given its existing setup.
For those who may not recall the legal battle depicted in “Tiger King,” Joe Exotic was found guilty of trademark infringement for using logos and imagery closely resembling those of Baskin’s Big Cat Rescue. The court ordered him to pay nearly $1 million in damages during the filming of the series. In a bid to save his zoo, Exotic transferred ownership to Jeff Lowe, but this transfer was later deemed fraudulent, leading to the latest ruling in Baskin’s favor.
As of now, Baskin has not publicly commented on the judge’s ruling and has been known to be dissatisfied with her portrayal in “Tiger King.” She has opted not to engage in any follow-up content related to the series.
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In summary, Carole Baskin has gained control of Joe Exotic’s former zoo following a court ruling, leaving Exotic and his associates to vacate the property. With the future of the zoo uncertain, fans are eager to see how this new chapter unfolds.