I was shocked…
Sean “Jay-Z” Carter's company, Roc Nation, has been the NFL's producer for the league's entertainment side, including the Super Bowl halftime show, after rape allegations against the rap mogul came to light. There's a lot of skepticism that Jay-Z will probably be dropped like a hot potato when that happens.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell then weighed in and said the allegations have no impact on Jay-Z's relationship with the NFL.
“I am aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z's very strong reaction to them,” NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said after the game. league winter meeting Wednesday. “We are aware that there is a lawsuit going on right now. From our standpoint, our relationship with them has not changed, including as we prepare for the next Super Bowl.” (Related article: 'Think twice': Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa says he has armed security for anyone thinking of robbing his home)
A woman previously sued Sean “Diddy” Combs for raping her at an awards afterparty in 2000 when she was just 13 years old, but on Sunday she amended her lawsuit to become a new Jay. Added. Mr. Z claims that he was also at the party and took part in the rape of her.
In response to the allegations, Jay-Z claimed in a statement to Roc Nation that they were part of an extortion racket and labeled them “stupid” and “inherently heinous.”
The NFL and Roc Nation partnered in 2019 on both social activities and events. This partnership was extended just a few months ago.
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said of the lawsuit against Jay-Z and the NFL's involvement with Roc Nation:
– “The relationship remains the same, including preparations for the next Super Bowl.”
– “I think they’re incredibly comfortable just not being in the Super Bowl… pic.twitter.com/09GidBg3kn— AkademiksTV (@AkademiksTV) December 12, 2024
Both the NFL and Jay-Z brands are too big to fail, which isn't entirely surprising.
