NFL Maintains Partnership with Jay-Z Despite Allegations
TL;DR
The NFL will maintain its partnership with Jay-Z and Roc Nation despite a civil lawsuit accusing Jay-Z of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, alongside Sean "Diddy" Combs. Both men deny the allegations. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that the league's relationship with Jay-Z remains unchanged, emphasizing Roc Nation's contributions to NFL events and social justice initiatives. The lawsuit adds to Combs' existing charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, with investigations ongoing.
- NFL stands by Jay-Z amid rape allegation: 'Our relationship is not changing,' Roger Goodell says Los Angeles Times
- Roger Goodell says NFL is aware of allegations vs. Jay-Z: 'But from our standpoint, our relationship is not changing' Yahoo Sports
- Jay-Z Sued Lawyer as a ‘Celebrity’ John Doe Before Assault Accusation The New York Times
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Addresses Jay-Z Rape Allegation Ahead of Super Bowl - E! Online E! NEWS
- Jay-Z says lawsuit accusing him of raping a child at awards after-party is part of an extortion ploy The Associated Press
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