Jay-Z Accuser Recants Rape Allegations in Sworn Declaration
A woman who accused Jay-Z of rape has filed a sworn declaration stating that her allegations were false and that she never met him. She had initially sued Sean “Diddy” Combs and later refiled the case naming Jay-Z; both men have denied the claims. Jay-Z has removed the woman from his defamation lawsuit but is continuing to pursue claims against her former lawyer.
The accuser, identified in court papers as Jane Doe, first filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs in late 2024 over an alleged 2000 VMAs afterparty. She later refiled naming Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter as an alleged co-assailant. Both men denied the claims. She ended her case voluntarily in February 2025, barring refiling.
In an 11-page sworn declaration reported Thursday, she said she never met or spoke with Carter and that her accusations were untrue. She said she was not paid. Carter dropped her from his defamation case but continues suing lawyer Tony Buzbee and his firm. In 2025, she told investigators Buzbee allegedly pushed false claims.
This declaration may shape public perceptions of high-profile sexual assault allegations, potentially affecting trust in accusers and the accused. Jay-Z’s reputation could improve among some fans, while skepticism toward celebrity lawsuits may grow. Lawyers and accusers could face heightened scrutiny. Survivors may feel discouraged from reporting, though every case differs. Legal outcomes may depend on evidence and credibility.