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Star Constantine Maroulis has appeared in court after a second arrest over his turbulent break-up with ex-girlfriend Angel Reed.The singer was detained in August for allegedly breaching a restraining order held against him after Reed, the mother of his four-year-old daughter, complained that he had emailed her.However, when they appeared before a judge at Wyckoff Municipal Courthouse in Wyckoff, New Jersey, Reed's lawyer said she would like to dismiss the charges in the interest of both parties. Telling his side: Constantine Maroulis claims he is the victim of domestic violence not the perpetrator, despite being arrested on Wednesday for assaulting now ex-girlfriend Angel Reed (pictured April)According to, Maroulis claims he sent the email by mistake, accidentally CCing her in on one meant for his lawyers.Just a week before, she had him arrested following a domestic violence incident, which he later claimed he was the victim of, rather than the perpetrator.The email in question outlined his version of events which lead to the altercation on Wednesday night. Legal move: The former American Idol star filed, and was subsequently granted, a temporary restraining order against Angel (pictured March)Maroulis even filed for - an was successfully granted - his own temporary restraining order against her.She had accused her baby daddy of pushing her over then kicking her in the crotch at their Wyckoff, New Jersey, home.But the star's representative said Constantine was not the aggressor, alleging Angel became physical first.The rep told the: 'He has injuries on his upper thigh. He was trying to be a nice guy because he is the father of their child and he became the victim.Police arrested Constantine after his girlfriend called 911 and said he'd thrown her to the ground and kicked her in the groin, but the representative claims there is a recording which suggests otherwise.' On the tape he says, 'I want to break up with you, don't hit me, leave me alone, don't touch me.' 'The star's representative said he now plans to file criminal charges against his Broadway actress girlfriend and also take her to civil court so that he can see his daughter Malena.The rep continued: 'Police know he is a good guy.
Which I also might have LPed in some hazy point in the past:How are they related? Except for the direct references. Its a long story I dont have time to get into here. And almost not as all as far as this game goes.
People who know him and know the situation have been incredibly supportive.' Not done there the star - via his rep - also released an official statement claiming his now ex is 'unstable' and has a history of domestic violence against him. Reality days: The 39-year-old, bottom right, came sixth on American Idol's fourth season and went on to become a Broadway starIn the statement his rep says: 'During the course of the attack she hit him with her fists and threw numerous objects at him.
American Idol finalist Constantine Maroulis went from reality star to Broadway bad boy, originating the role of Drew in Rock of Ages (earning a Tony nomination. Constantine Maroulis (born 17 September 1975) is a contestant on American Idol, who finished 6th on the fourth season of the competition. Contentsshow Top 24 Constantine sang 'Kiss from a Rose' by Seal. He garnered enough votes to be considered 'safe' that week. Top 20 Constantine sang 'Hard. Poughkeepsie journal.
He sustained a bruise and cut on his right thigh.' He consequently left their home to protect himself and to diffuse the situation.' When all the facts come out it will become clear that Mr. Maroulis was the victim here and Ms. Reed was the aggressor. Reed has a history of attacks on Mr.
Maroulis and his property and these have previously been reported to law enforcement.' Maroulis intends to defend himself vigorously, as well as protect his child, both in the court of law and, as necessary, in the court of public opinion and is confident that he will be completely vindicated when the truth is known.'
The Tony-nominated performer and Angel began dating in 2009, after meeting while working on his hit Broadway show Rock of Ages.The 'American Idol' alum came in sixth place in the reality show's fourth season, which was won by country star Carrie Underwood.
Singer returned to “American Idol” (the show that made him famous) for one episode, in order to reprise his most well-known performance!“American Idol” is now in its fifteenth and final season, and Maroulis will be teaming up with contestant Shelbie Zora to perform “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen, the performance that won him many fans among judges and audience members alike when he was on the show.Maroulis was originally on “American Idol” season four, and has since carved out a solid career for himself in entertainment, although he recently had to. Before that however, he received a Best Actor Tony nomination for his role in Broadway’s “Rock of Ages”.