Joan Jett Sues Former Bandmate

Casey Blackwell
8/23/2009

Jett has filed a complaint against the former bassist for her band, the Runaways, for trying to obstruct the production of a biographical film of the same name.

A Joan Jett biopic, "The Runaways," has hit a snag. Jett has filed a complaint in Manhattan Supreme Court against former Runaways bandmate and bassist Jacqueline Fuchs, aka Jackie Fox.

According to Fox News, the complaint states, "Fuchs tried to have the film halted and has demanded to see the script, even though there is no character based on her."

"It's been an ongoing fight," Jett's lawyer, Oren Warshavsky said. "With the movie coming out soon, we need to resolve this once and for all."

"The Runaways" tells the story of Jett's first band in the 1970s, an all-girl hard rock group, and stars Kristen Stewart as Jett and Dakota Fanning as Cherie Currie. The film is based on lead singer Currie's book, "Neon Angel."

According to the Daily Republic, Jett worked with the cast during filming.

"This was my first band it was my baby," Jett said. "It's hard to make a judgment when I was just on set shooting. I just hope it will be great."

Jett is better known for her popular '80s band, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.

"The Runaways" is set for release in 2010.