Allegations of rape
Angry and aggressive: What makes Jay-Z’s statement so special
Jay-Z is accused of rape in a civil lawsuit. The rapper defends himself against this – with a rare statement.
When celebrities respond publicly to allegations, their statements are often polite, factual and decisive. Most of the time, every word is carefully considered and discussed with yoru own lawyers. However, Jay-Z takes a diffrent approach. In a lengthy statement,the rapper commented on a civil lawsuit accusing him of rape. He explains why he goes on the offensive with his foundation.
Jay-Z’s statement is unusual
“You made a terrible mental error thinking that all ‘celebrities’ are the same,” Beyoncé’s husband told tony Buzbee. The Houston attorney is representing an unnamed woman who is accusing P. Diddy and Jay-Z of rape in a civil lawsuit, claiming she was 13 at the time.
“I’m not from your world. I’m a young man who got out of public housing in Brooklyn. We don’t play these kinds of games.We have a very strict code and honor. We protect children,” he continues. New York City’s borough public housing facilities are notorious for their crime.
20 January 2021, 15:31