According to The Citizen, US rapper Jay-Z has strongly denied allegations linking him to the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl at an MTV Video Music Awards after-party in 2000. The claims, part of a civil lawsuit initially filed against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, were amended to include Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter. In a statement, Carter criticized the allegations as blackmail and challenged the accuser to pursue criminal charges if the claims were valid. He emphasized his commitment to protecting children and expressed concern about the impact these allegations could have on his family, particularly his 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy.
The accuser, identified as Jane Doe, is represented by attorney Tony Buzbee, who previously sought to mediate a settlement. Speaking to Reuters, Buzbee described the case as a serious matter that will proceed in court. Jay-Z maintains his innocence, stating that such accusations are both false and damaging. The Citizen reports that this lawsuit follows ongoing allegations involving other music industry figures, shedding light on systemic issues within the entertainment world.
