Rapper Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, along with Sean “Diddy” Combs, after the MTV Video Music Awards. The award-winning artist has vehemently denied the allegations, calling them “idiotic” and “heinous in nature.” The accusations are part of a lawsuit filed by a woman who previously sued Combs, alleging that she was raped at an after-party when she was a minor. Jay-Z claims the allegations are part of an extortion attempt, as the woman’s lawyer allegedly threatened to make the rape accusation public unless a settlement was reached.
Jay-Z’s attorney has filed court paperwork requesting the accuser to reveal her identity if she wants to continue the lawsuit, as the rapper believes he deserves to know who is making these accusations against him. The lawyer representing the accuser has denied any blackmail attempts, stating that the allegations are not meant for financial gain but to seek justice for the victim.
The accusations come amid Combs’ legal battle against federal sex trafficking charges, where he has pleaded not guilty. Both Jay-Z and Combs’ legal teams have dismissed the lawsuits as publicity stunts aimed at extracting payments from celebrities. Despite the ongoing legal drama, Jay-Z has expressed support for true victims of sexual assault and lamented having to explain the situation to his children. The criminal trial for Combs is set to begin on May 5, 2025.
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